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FFC's high leverage and reliance on short-term funding make it highly sensitive to Fed rate changes, limiting potential price gains unless rates drop significantly. The fund's strong performance in 2024 was driven by lower Fed Funds rates and a rally in bank preferred shares, showcasing effective security selection. Despite lower rates, FFC's persistent high leverage and funding profile suggest continued high discount to NAV, with significant downside risk in a risk-off event.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

Preferred securities have shown strong performance in 2024, offering high yields and potential tax advantages, making them attractive for income-focused investors. Flaherty & Crumrine's CEFs, particularly DFP and FLC, provide compelling opportunities with yields around 7% and significant discounts to NAV. DFP, with a 9% five-year total return, and FLC, with a slightly higher recent return, are top picks for long-term total returns.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Directors of Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFD), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Opportunity Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFO), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FFC), Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FLC) and Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: DFP) today announced that they have d.» Mehr auf businesswire.com