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Cohen & Steers Inc. (NYSE: CNS) is a premier global investment manager specializing in liquid real assets such as real estate securities, listed infrastructure, commodities, and natural resource equities. Founded in 1986, this New York City-headquartered firm also focuses on preferred securities and other income solutions. With additional offices in London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Seattle, Cohen & Steers operates a diversified, international portfolio.
The company's core business revolves around the management of equity shares of real estate investment trusts (REITs), both domestically and internationally. As of January 2024, real estate and related securities constitute nearly two-thirds of its total $79.3 billion in managed assets. The firm also offers dedicated portfolios for preferred securities, utilities stocks, and other high-yield investments.
Cohen & Steers maintains a balanced distribution of its managed assets across closed-end funds, open-end funds, and institutional accounts. In the past year, they have seen that 42% of their managed assets and 27% of base management fees come from institutional clients. Open-end funds account for 45% of managed assets and 52% of base management fees. Closed-end funds contribute 13% of managed assets and 21% of base management fees.
Recent Achievements and Current Projects
Recent quarterly earnings reports reflect positive growth and robust financial performance. The company consistently updates its stakeholders through earnings releases, conference calls, and detailed presentations available on their official website. Significant events include:
- Quarterly earnings reports with comprehensive financial analyses.
- Regular conference calls hosted by top executives including CEO Joseph Harvey, CFO Matthew Stadler, and CIO Jon Cheigh.
- Strategic initiatives such as 'at-the-market' equity offerings, recently adding over a million shares at an average price of $69.60, raising approximately $68.4 million for corporate purposes.
Partnerships and Market Position
The firm's collaborations with major financial institutions and investment platforms underscore its market leadership. For instance, Cohen & Steers recently ranked among the top companies in the S&P SmallCap 600 index, highlighting its growing influence and solid market reputation.
Investors can expect ongoing updates and opportunities through the firm’s comprehensive communication channels, including a wealth of resources and archival financial data available on their website.
The Cohen & Steers REIT and Preferred and Income Fund (NYSE: RNP) has announced details regarding the sources of its upcoming monthly distribution on May 31, 2024. The Fund operates under a managed distribution policy, aiming to provide consistent monthly payouts, which may include long-term and short-term capital gains, net investment income, and return of capital. For May 2024, the distribution per share is $0.1360, exclusively from net investment income. Year-to-date, the total distribution per share is $0.6800, also solely from net investment income. The Fund's year-to-date cumulative total return is -4.12%, while the cumulative distribution rate is 3.51%. Over the past five years, the average annual total return is 4.95%, and the current annualized distribution rate is 8.42%. Shareholders are advised that the final tax characteristics of distributions will be provided in Form 1099-DIV at year-end.
Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund (NYSE: RFI) announced details on the distribution to be paid on May 31, 2024, and cumulative distributions for the fiscal year. The Fund follows a managed distribution policy to deliver long-term total returns through fixed monthly distributions. Distributions may include capital gains, net investment income, or return of capital. The Fund's Board can amend this policy anytime, potentially impacting the Fund's market price.
For May 2024, the distribution is $0.0800 per share, primarily from long-term capital gains (88.62%). Year-to-date, distributions total $0.4000 per share, with 58.74% being a return of capital. The Fund reported a YTD cumulative total return of -6.79% and a five-year average annual total return of 4.00% as of April 30, 2024. Investors should note that return of capital reduces their tax basis and is not immediately taxable.
Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund (NYSE: FOF) has announced the sources of its distribution to be paid on May 31, 2024. The distribution includes 35.86% from net investment income and 64.14% from return of capital. The Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in December 2021 to provide regular monthly distributions at a fixed rate per share. This policy allows for flexibility in realizing and distributing long-term capital gains. The Fund's year-to-date cumulative total return through April 30, 2024, is 5.92%, with a cumulative distribution rate of 3.92%, and a five-year average annual total return of 5.43%. The policy may be amended or terminated by the Board of Directors, potentially affecting the market price of the Fund's shares. Shareholders will receive detailed tax information on Form 1099-DIV after the calendar year-end.
Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) reported preliminary assets under management of $77.2 billion as of April 30, 2024, showing a decrease of $4.1 billion from the previous month. The decrease was primarily due to market depreciation, net outflows, and distributions. The total AUM for the company stood at $77.2 billion.
Cohen & Steers, Inc. (CNS) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.59 per share for the second quarter of 2024, payable on May 23, 2024, to stockholders of record by May 13, 2024.
Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, Inc. (RQI) provides shareholders with a distribution update, detailing sources of payments and fiscal year-to-date distributions. The managed distribution policy aims to deliver long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions. The Fund's distributions may include various sources like long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income, and return of capital. Shareholders should be aware that distributions may include a return of capital, not necessarily reflecting investment performance. The Fund's performance and distribution rate information is disclosed based on net asset value per share.
Cohen & Steers REIT and Preferred and Income Fund, Inc. (RNP) announced the sources of distribution for April 30, 2024, and year-to-date cumulative distributions. The managed distribution policy aims to deliver long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate. The distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income, and return of capital. Shareholders should not draw investment performance conclusions from distribution amounts. The Fund's performance and distribution rate information for the fiscal year 2024 is provided, based on net asset value per share (NAV).
Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund, Inc. (RFI) provided information on sources of distribution for shareholders, with a managed distribution policy in place since December 2011. The policy aims to deliver long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions, including various sources like capital gains and return of capital. The distribution estimates for April 2024 were detailed, with a breakdown of sources and percentages for the current distribution and year-to-date distributions. Shareholders were reminded not to base investment performance solely on distributions and to be aware of potential return of capital. The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return and performance metrics were also disclosed.
Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (UTF) provides information about its distribution to shareholders and cumulative distributions paid. The managed distribution policy ensures regular monthly distributions based on various sources. Shareholders may receive long-term capital gains, income, and return of capital. The Fund's distributions are not indicative of investment performance. The Fund's performance and distribution rates are disclosed, allowing shareholders to understand total return and distribution relationships.
Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund, Inc. (FOF) provided shareholders with details about the sources of their upcoming distribution and cumulative distributions for the fiscal year. The managed distribution policy aims to deliver long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions, including capital gains and income. However, the board can alter this policy at any time, impacting the market price of shares. The distributions may contain various sources, such as net investment income and return of capital, which may not reflect the Fund's actual performance. The final tax characteristics of distributions will be confirmed on Form 1099-DIV after the calendar year ends. Shareholders will receive a detailed breakdown of the current distribution and YTD distributions, with the majority coming from return of capital.
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