ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. Announces Unaudited Balance Sheet Information as of August 31, 2022

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ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund reported its unaudited financials as of August 31, 2022. The Fund's net assets totaled $257.6 million with a net asset value per share of $36.79. The asset coverage ratio relative to senior indebtedness was 421%, while the total leverage ratio stood at 382%. Total assets amounted to $350 million, with investments of $347.8 million. Additionally, the Fund had 7,001,744 outstanding shares. This report is crucial for investors evaluating the Fund's financial health and leveraging metrics.

Positive

• Net assets increased to $257.6 million.
• Net asset value per share is $36.79.
• Asset coverage ratio for senior indebtedness at 421%.
• Total assets amounted to $350 million.
• Investments total $347.8 million.

Negative

• Total liabilities are not detailed; specific liabilities could impact financial health.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: CTR) announced today the unaudited statement of assets and liabilities, the net asset value and asset coverage ratio of the Fund as of August 31, 2022.

As of August 31, 2022, the Fund’s net assets were $257.6 million, and its net asset value per share was $36.79. The Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”) with respect to senior indebtedness was 421% and the Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage was 382%.

	As of August 31, 2022
	Amount (millions)		Per Share
Investments	$                   347.8		$                 49.66
Cash and Cash Equivalents	0.9		0.13
Other Assets	1.3		0.19
Total Assets	$                   350.0		$                 49.98
Senior Notes*	$                     25.8		$                   3.68
Loans Outstanding*	57.0		8.14
Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares*	8.5		1.21
Total Leverage	$                     91.3		$                 13.03
Other Liabilities	$                       1.1		$                   0.16
Total Liabilities	$                       1.1		$                   0.16
Net Assets	$                   257.6		$                 36.79
Outstanding Shares	7,001,744
* The Fund's asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to senior indebtedness was 421%.
* The Fund's asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage was 382%.
Top Ten Equity Holdings (as of August 31, 2022)**
	Market Value
Name	(millions)		% of Investments	***
Energy Transfer LP	$                     24.9		7.2%
Western Midstream Partners LP	$                     23.9		6.9%
MPLX LP	$                     22.5		6.5%
Targa Resources Corp.	$                     22.2		6.4%
Enterprise Products Partners LP	$                     21.8		6.3%
Magellan Midstream Partners LP	$                     18.8		5.4%
Williams Cos. Inc.	$                     18.7		5.4%
Delek Logistics Partners LP	$                     16.7		4.8%
DCP Midstream LP	$                     15.7		4.5%
Kinder Morgan Inc.	$                     13.8		4.0%
	$                   199.0		57.4%
**    Subject to change at any time
***   Percent of Total Equity Investments

ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC (“LMPFA”) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”). LMPFA and ClearBridge are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).

This financial data is unaudited.

The Fund files its semi-annual and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), as well as its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. These reports are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. To obtain information on Form N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.

For more information about the Fund, please call 1-888-777-0102 or consult the Fund’s website at www.franklintempleton.com/investments/options/closed-end-funds. Hard copies of the Fund’s complete audited financial statements are available free of charge upon request.

Data and commentary provided in this press release are for informational purposes only. Franklin Resources and its affiliates do not engage in selling shares of the Fund.

Category: Financials

Source: Franklin Resources, Inc.

Source: Legg Mason Closed End Funds

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Investor Contact: Fund Investor Services 1-888-777-0102

Source: Franklin Resources, Inc. and Legg Mason Closed End Funds

FAQ

What are the net assets of ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund as of August 31, 2022?

The net assets were reported at $257.6 million.

What is the net asset value per share for CTR as of August 31, 2022?

The net asset value per share was $36.79.

What is the asset coverage ratio for CTR under the Investment Company Act?

The asset coverage ratio for senior indebtedness was 421%.

How much total leverage does CTR have?

The total leverage ratio was reported at 382%.

What are the total assets of ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund?

Total assets were reported at $350 million.