CALAMOS STR.T.RET.FD SBI

Closed-end funds often pay relatively higher distribution yields to investors, but it can come at the sacrifice of lower NAV over time. Today, we're looking at two funds that have been able to pay out attractive distribution rates but also have seen their NAVs higher now than at inception. I believe both funds are strong long-term investments, balancing out more modest distribution yields that can allow for NAV to trend flat or potentially appreciate over time, as we've seen. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

The Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund offers a 6.98% yield, higher than most equity indices, and provides a viable income source for investors. Over the past decade, the fund has delivered a 267.61% total return, surpassing the S&P 500 Index's 207.73% return. The fund invests in common stocks, convertibles, and bonds, which provides it with options in the event of weak equity performance or rising interest rates. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

METRO CHICAGO, Ill. , Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calamos Investments®* has announced monthly distributions and sources of distributions paid in October 2024 to shareholders of its seven closed-end funds (the Funds) pursuant to the Funds' respective distribution plans. » Mehr auf prnewswire.com