Blackrock Debt Strategies Fund, Inc. Common Stock

BlackRock Debt Strategies is continuing to benefit from the "higher for longer" rate environment, moving from a wide discount to a premium. Despite rate cut expectations, DSU may continue to offer attractive yields with expectations that we don't go back to a zero-rate environment. DSU's distribution yield is 10.90%, but we should monitor coverage as they will require some capital gains to achieve this payout. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund has recovered well from the 2022 bond market selloff, outperforming benchmarks and peers. DSU is well positioned for high-interest rates, with distributions covered by interest income, a diversified portfolio, and protection against interest rate changes. DSU has shown solid returns over time, outperforming benchmarks and peers, with distributions primarily driven by investment income. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

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