Calamos Dynamic Convertible and Income Fund

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Calamos Dynamic Convertible and Income Fund focuses on generating total returns and income from convertible and high-yield bonds. CCD fund pays a high distribution rate of 12.0% of NAV, which is higher than its 5-year average annual returns of 9.4%. The fund is trading at a 13% premium to NAV, which may be vulnerable if the fund resets its distribution rate lower. » Mehr auf seekingalpha.com