To see all that our exclusive membership has to offer, sign up for a free trial by clicking on the button below!At the CEF/ETF Income Laboratory , we manage closed-end fund ( CEF ) and exchange-traded fund (ETF) portfolios targeting safe and reliable ~8% yields to make income investing easy for you. Check out what our members have to say about our service.Our last focus piece on the Eaton Vance Tax-Managed Buy-Write Opportunities Fund ( ETV ) was in the market slump earlier in 2025. This was primarily a tec ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the Eaton Vance Tax-Managed Buy-Write Opportunities Fund (ETV) and its performance during a market slump primarily driven by the technology sector in early 2025 [2]. Group 1: Fund Overview - ETV is part of a managed portfolio service that targets safe and reliable yields of approximately 8% [2]. - The service includes actionable income and arbitrage recommendations, in-depth analysis of closed-end funds (CEFs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and a community of over a thousand members [2]. Group 2: Management and Strategy - The management team consists of experienced individuals, including Nick Ackerman, who has over 14 years of personal investing experience and has held financial licenses [2]. - The majority of the fund's holdings are monthly-payers, which aids in faster compounding and smoothing income streams for investors [2].

Group 1 - The John Hancock Diversified Income Fund (HEQ) underwent a name change from John Hancock Hedged Equity & Income Fund, accompanied by a shift in its investment policy [2] - The fund aims to provide managed portfolios targeting safe yields of over 8%, appealing to both active and passive investors [2] - The investment strategy includes actionable income and arbitrage recommendations, in-depth analysis of closed-end funds (CEFs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and a community of over a thousand members [2]

The PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II ( PFN ) is a closed end fund that we own and last covered in the beginning of the year. In that piece we upgraded the fund and outlined itsWith an investment banking cash and derivatives trading background, Binary Tree Analytics ('BTA') aims to provide transparency and analytics in respect to capital markets instruments and trades. BTA focuses on CEFs, ETFs and Special Situations, and aims to deliver high annualized returns with a low volatility profile. We have been invest ...

Core Points - Zhengzhou Angel Investment Fund is publicly announcing the third batch of proposed subsidiary funds for investment, with a public notice period from November 19, 2025, to November 26, 2025 [1] - Any objections to the announced projects must be submitted in writing during the public notice period, including relevant reasons and supporting materials [1] - The announcement does not imply any funding commitment from the Zhengzhou Angel Investment Fund, as funding obligations will be based on the final signed partnership agreements or company bylaws [1] Summary by Category Announcement Details - The public notice is based on the "Zhengzhou Angel Investment Fund Operation Plan" and "Zhengzhou Angel Investment Fund Subsidiary Fund Application Guidelines" [1] - The contact information for inquiries includes a phone number, email, and physical address for Zhengzhou Innovation Investment Private Fund Management Co., Ltd [1] Proposed Subsidiary Funds - The proposed subsidiary funds include: 1. Cross-border e-commerce and manufacturing overseas project by Beijing Kaituo He Yi Private Fund [1] 2. Zhengzhou Erqi Angel Venture Capital Fund Partnership by Henan High-tech Venture Capital Co., Ltd [1]

Core Insights - Eurocastle Investment Limited has released its interim management statement for Q3 2025, highlighting a shift in its investment strategy and financial performance [2][4]. Financial Performance - As of 30 September 2025, the Adjusted NAV is €15.1 million, or €15.01 per share, down from €15.2 million, or €15.19 per share in Q2 2025 [4]. - The pro forma Q3 NAV, after the release of reserves, is €20.3 million, or €20.20 per share [4]. - The company reported a loss of €111,000 for Q3 2025, equating to €0.11 per share, compared to a loss of €975,000 for the first nine months of 2025 [17]. Investment Strategy - Eurocastle launched a new investment strategy in 2024 through the European Properties Investment Fund (EPIF), focusing on acquiring small to mid-size real estate assets in Southern Europe [7][20]. - By the end of September 2025, EPIF had received over €61 million in capital commitments, with an additional €20 million raised in November 2025, totaling over €81 million [8]. - EPIF has invested €18.7 million in three investments, with a reported NAV of €19.9 million, reflecting a 4% increase relative to the capital called [9]. Business Updates - The company has released all reserves related to the legacy German tax matter, simplifying its financial reporting to a single IFRS-based NAV [4][11]. - Eurocastle's investment portfolio includes two commercial properties in Athens, Greece, and a significant interest in a portfolio of Italian real estate assets [13]. Board Changes - Mr. Constantine (Dean) Michael Dakolias retired as a non-independent director, and Mr. Alex Gillette has been appointed as a new non-independent director [14][15].

Nov 19, 2025 4:45 PM Eastern Standard Time Virtus Convertible & Income Fund and Virtus Convertible & Income Fund II Announce Monthly Distributions Share HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Convertible & Income Fund (NYSE: NCV) and Virtus Convertible & Income Fund II (NYSE: NCZ) today announced the following distributions on their respective common shares: Virtus Convertible & Income Fund: Ticker Amount of Distribution Ex-Date/Record Date Payable Date | NCV | $0.136 | December 11, 2025 | December 30, 20 ...

Group 1 - Liberty All-Star Growth (ASG) is a closed-end fund focused on growth investments, managed by three experts specializing in small, medium, and large market capitalization categories [1] Group 2 - Trapping Value is a team of analysts with over 40 years of combined experience, focusing on generating options income and capital preservation [2] - The Conservative Income Portfolio, managed by Trapping Value in partnership with Preferred Stock Trader, includes two income-generating portfolios and a bond ladder [2] - The Covered Calls Portfolio aims for lower volatility income investing while emphasizing capital preservation [2] - The fixed income portfolio targets securities with high income potential and significant undervaluation compared to peers [2]

To see all that our exclusive membership has to offer, sign up for a free trial by clicking on the button below!At the CEF/ETF Income Laboratory , we manage closed-end fund ( CEF ) and exchange-traded fund (ETF) portfolios targeting safe and reliable ~8% yields to make income investing easy for you. Check out what our members have to say about our service.International equities have been on a strong run into 2025, and that's helped out some funds like the Eaton Vance Tax-Advantaged Global Dividend Income Fu ...

Collateralized debt obligations got a bad rap from movies like “The Big Short.” But the story could be different for their cousin, collateralized loan obligations. Issuers are diving into the world of exchange-traded funds that invest in CLOs. Janus Henderson recently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission to launch another CLO strategy, while Reckoner Capital Management proposed four such ETFs earlier this month. The appeal stems from their high yields relative to other bond funds and the rece ...