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Adams Diversified Equity Fund Announces $21.29 Issue Price of Shares and Sources of Distribution for Third Quarter Distribution Payable August 30, 2024

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Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) has announced its third quarter distribution details. The issue price is set at $21.29 per share, based on the mean of high and low sales prices on August 21, 2024. The $0.44 distribution, payable on August 30, 2024, is part of the fund's new managed distribution policy, which commits to an 8% annual rate of average net asset value (NAV).

The distribution sources are: 9% from net investment income and 91% from net realized long-term gains. The fund's 5-year average annual total return is 15.2%, with a current annualized distribution rate of 7.4%. ADX has a strong history, having paid dividends for over 89 consecutive years and capital gains for more than 60 years.

Il Fondo di Azioni Diversificate Adams (NYSE: ADX) ha annunciato i dettagli della distribuzione del terzo trimestre. Il prezzo di emissione è fissato a $21.29 per azione, basato sulla media dei prezzi massimi e minimi di vendita del 21 agosto 2024. La distribuzione di $0.44, pagabile il 30 agosto 2024, fa parte della nuova politica di distribuzione gestita del fondo, che si impegna a un tasso annuo dell'8% del valore medio degli attivi netti (NAV).

Le fonti della distribuzione sono: 9% proveniente da reddito netto da investimenti e 91% proveniente da guadagni netti realizzati a lungo termine. Il ritorno totale medio annuale del fondo negli ultimi 5 anni è 15.2%, con un tasso di distribuzione annualizzato attuale del 7.4%. ADX ha una storia solida, avendo pagato dividendi per oltre 89 anni consecutivi e guadagni di capitale per più di 60 anni.

El Fondo de Acciones Diversificadas Adams (NYSE: ADX) ha anunciado los detalles de la distribución del tercer trimestre. El precio de emisión se establece en $21.29 por acción, basado en la media de los precios de venta máximos y mínimos del 21 de agosto de 2024. La distribución de $0.44, que se pagará el 30 de agosto de 2024, es parte de la nueva política de distribución gestionada del fondo, que se compromete a una tasa anual del 8% del valor neto promedio de los activos (NAV).

Las fuentes de distribución son: 9% de ingresos netos por inversiones y 91% de ganancias netas realizadas a largo plazo. El retorno total promedio anual del fondo en los últimos 5 años es de 15.2%, con una tasa de distribución anualizada actual del 7.4%. ADX tiene una sólida historia, habiendo pagado dividendos durante más de 89 años consecutivos y ganancias de capital durante más de 60 años.

아담스 분산 주식 펀드(NYSE: ADX)가 제3 분기 배당금 세부사항을 발표했습니다. 발행가는 2024년 8월 21일의 최고 및 최저 판매 가격의 평균을 기준으로 $21.29로 설정되었습니다. $0.44의 배당금은 2024년 8월 30일에 지급되며, 이는 펀드의 새로운 관리 배당 정책의 일환으로 연 8%의 평균 순 자산 가치(NAV)를 약속합니다.

배당금의 출처는 9%는 순 투자 소득에서, 91%는 순 장기 이익에서 발생합니다. 펀드의 5년 평균 연간 총 수익률은 15.2%이며, 현재 연간 배당률은 7.4%입니다. ADX는 89년 이상 연속으로 배당금을 지급하고, 60년 이상 자본 이익을 지급한 강력한 역사를 가지고 있습니다.

Le Fonds d'Actions Diversifiées Adams (NYSE: ADX) a annoncé les détails de sa distribution pour le troisième trimestre. Le prix d'émission est fixé à $21.29 par action, basé sur la moyenne des prix de vente maximum et minimum du 21 août 2024. La distribution de $0.44, payable le 30 août 2024, fait partie de la nouvelle politique de distribution gérée du fonds, qui s'engage à un taux annuel de 8% de la valeur nette d'actif (NAV) moyenne.

Les sources de distribution sont : 9% provenant des revenus nets d'investissement et 91% provenant des gains réalisés à long terme. Le rendement total annuel moyen du fonds sur les 5 dernières années est de 15.2%, avec un taux de distribution annualisé actuel de 7.4%. ADX a une solide histoire, ayant payé des dividendes pendant plus de 89 années consécutives et des gains en capital pendant plus de 60 ans.

Der Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) hat die Details zur Ausschüttung für das dritte Quartal bekannt gegeben. Der Ausgabepreis liegt bei $21.29 pro Aktie, basierend auf dem Durchschnitt der höchsten und niedrigsten Verkaufspreise am 21. August 2024. Die Ausschüttung von $0.44, die am 30. August 2024 zahlbar ist, gehört zur neuen verwalteten Ausschüttungspolitik des Fonds, die sich zu einer jährlichen Rate von 8% des durchschnittlichen Nettovermögenswerts (NAV) verpflichtet.

Die Quellen der Ausschüttung sind: 9% aus Nettoinvestitionseinkünften und 91% aus realisierten langfristigen Gewinnen. Die jährliche Gesamtrendite des Fonds über die letzten 5 Jahre beträgt 15.2%, mit einem aktuellen annualisierten Ausschüttungssatz von 7.4%. ADX hat eine starke Geschichte, da es über 89 aufeinanderfolgende Jahre Dividenden und mehr als 60 Jahre Kapitalgewinne gezahlt hat.

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  • New managed distribution policy committing to an 8% annual rate of average NAV
  • Strong 5-year average annual total return of 15.2%
  • Consistent dividend payment history of over 89 consecutive years
  • Capital gains distributions for more than 60 consecutive years
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The announcement of Adams Diversified Equity Fund's $21.29 issue price for its third quarter distribution is a significant development. This price, determined by the mean of high and low sales prices on August 21, 2024, reflects market sentiment. The $0.44 per share distribution, part of the new managed distribution policy, demonstrates a commitment to shareholder value.

The fund's policy to distribute 8% of average NAV annually is noteworthy. With 91% of the current distribution coming from net realized long-term gains, it suggests strong portfolio performance. The 15.2% average annual total return over 5 years and 15.9% cumulative total return for the fiscal year indicate robust fund management.

However, investors should note the relatively low 9% contribution from net investment income, which might raise questions about the sustainability of the distribution if market conditions change significantly.

The shift to a managed distribution policy by Adams Diversified Equity Fund is a strategic move that could enhance its appeal to income-focused investors. By committing to a minimum 8% annual distribution rate, the fund provides predictability, which is often valued in uncertain market conditions.

The fund's long-term performance metrics are impressive, with a 15.2% average annual total return over 5 years. This outperforms many equity benchmarks and suggests skilled active management. The current annualized distribution rate of 7.4% is attractive in the current low-yield environment.

However, investors should be cautious. The heavy reliance on capital gains for distributions (91% from long-term gains) may not be sustainable in a market downturn. The fund's ability to maintain this distribution policy in various market conditions will be important to watch.

The tax implications of Adams Diversified Equity Fund's distribution are noteworthy. With 91% of the current distribution sourced from net realized long-term gains, shareholders may face significant capital gains taxes, depending on their individual circumstances.

The fund's history of paying capital gains for over 60 consecutive years suggests a consistent ability to generate taxable events. While this indicates strong performance, it may not be ideal for tax-sensitive investors in higher brackets.

It's important to note that the fund provides estimates for tax reporting purposes, with actual figures potentially changing. The Form 1099-DIV will be the definitive document for tax reporting. Investors should consult with tax professionals to understand the impact on their specific situations, especially given the fund's long-term approach and potential for compounding tax events over time.

BALTIMORE, Aug. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) has determined that $21.29 per share is the issue price for the Fund’s third quarter distribution to shareholders. This price is the mean between the high and low sales prices of the Fund’s stock on the New York Stock Exchange on August 21, 2024, the valuation date.

The shares of common stock will be issued in connection with payment of the $0.44 third quarter distribution, the first distribution paid pursuant to the Fund’s new managed distribution policy. The policy commits to pay a minimum 8% annual rate of average net asset value (“NAV”) distributed evenly at 2% of average NAV per quarter, with the fourth quarter distribution to be the greater of 2% of average NAV or the amount needed to satisfy minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code for regulated investment companies. Average NAV is based on the average of the previous four quarter-end NAVs per share prior to each declaration date.

The Fund’s estimated sources for the distribution to be paid on August 30, 2024 and for all distributions declared in 2024 to date are as follows:


 Distribution
per Share
Net
Investment
Income
Net Realized
Short-Term
Gains
Net Realized
Long-Term
Gains
Return of
Capital
August 30, 2024$0.44$0.04 (9%)$0.00 (0%)$0.40 (91%)$0.00 (0%)
YTD 2024$0.54$0.13 (24%)$0.00 (0%)$0.41 (76%)$0.00 (0%)


Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:


Average Annual Total
Return (on NAV for the 5-
year period ended on
July 31, 2024)1
Annualized Current
Distribution Rate
(expressed as a
percentage of NAV as of
July 31, 2024) 2
Cumulative Total Return
(on NAV for the fiscal year
through July 31, 2024) 1
Cumulative Fiscal Year
Distribution Rate (as a
percentage of NAV as of
July 31, 2024) 3
15.2%7.4%15.9%2.3%


1 Total return is calculated assuming a purchase of a Fund share at the beginning of the period and a sale on the last day of the period at reported net asset value per share, excluding any brokerage commissions. Distributions are assumed to be reinvested at the price received in the Fund’s dividend reinvestment plan. For periods greater than one year, returns are presented on an annualized basis.

2 The annualized Current Distribution Rate is the current quarter’s distribution rate per share annualized and expressed as a percentage of the Fund’s NAV per share as of July 31, 2024.

3 The Cumulative Fiscal Year Distribution Rate is the distributions per share for the fiscal year period (January 1, 2024 to July 31, 2024), expressed as a percentage of the Fund’s NAV per share as of July 31, 2024.

You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of the current distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Distribution Policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported herein are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.

The Fund has paid out capital gains to its shareholders for more than 60 consecutive years and has paid dividends for more than 89 consecutive years.

Adams Funds

Since 1929, Adams Funds has consistently helped generations of investors reach their investment goals. Adams Funds is comprised of two closed-end funds, Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) and Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO). The Funds are actively managed by an experienced team with a disciplined approach and have paid dividends for more than 85 years across many market cycles. The Funds are committed to paying an annual distribution rate of 8% of NAV or more, providing reliable income to long-term investors. Shares can be purchased through our transfer agent or through a broker. For more information about Adams Funds, please visit: adamsfunds.com.

For further information please contact:
adamsfunds.com/about/contact
800.638.2479


FAQ

What is the issue price for ADX's third quarter distribution in 2024?

The issue price for Adams Diversified Equity Fund's (ADX) third quarter distribution is $21.29 per share.

When will ADX pay its third quarter distribution for 2024?

ADX will pay its third quarter distribution on August 30, 2024.

What is ADX's new managed distribution policy?

ADX's new managed distribution policy commits to pay a minimum 8% annual rate of average net asset value (NAV), distributed evenly at 2% of average NAV per quarter.

What are the sources of ADX's third quarter distribution for 2024?

The sources are 9% from net investment income and 91% from net realized long-term gains.

What is ADX's 5-year average annual total return as of July 31, 2024?

ADX's 5-year average annual total return is 15.2% as of July 31, 2024.

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