BARINGS CORPOR. INV. DL 1

The closed-end fund space saw a significant narrowing of discounts throughout 2024 as equity markets charged higher and now discounts remain tight heading into 2025. In particular, equity CEFs have seen significantly narrowed discounts along with taxable fixed-income, though municipal bond funds look relatively attractive after widening discounts in December. We are screening for funds with the deepest discounts and widest z-scores to find potential buys and funds that may be getting a bit pricey as sell candidates.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

Risk is the probability of a negative event in the future. An abstract concept that is not measurable; otherwise it would not be risk. Ascertaining value is the first step in controlling risk, that is, in reducing the possibility of incurring losses that cannot be predicted in advance. My choice to invest in securities with positive NAV performance over time is a way to try to control risk.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

Several closed-end funds, or CEFs, have declared special year-end distributions, rewarding shareholders with holiday bonuses and meeting regulatory distribution requirements to avoid excise taxes. PIMCO Dynamic Income Strategy Fund declared a special distribution of $0.37 per share, reflecting strong capital gains and a strategic shift from its energy-focused origins. Barings Participation Investors announced a special distribution of $0.10 per share, highlighting its strong performance and commitment to high current income and capital appreciation.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com