DOUBLELINE INCOME SOLUTIONS FUND - DSL STOCK NEWS

On January 13, 2022, Ken Shinoda, co-portfolio manager at DoubleLine, expressed optimism for continued price appreciation in the U.S. single-family housing market in a Barron's guest column dated December 29, 2021. Shinoda argues that despite rising housing prices, Americans retain the capability to afford homes. This perspective offers insights into the potential resilience of the U.S. housing sector, underscoring a positive outlook amidst rising costs.

The DoubleLine Yield Opportunities Fund (symbol: DLY) has announced a distribution of $0.1167 per share for January 2022. The distribution's timing, including ex-dividend, record, and payment dates, is set by the Board of Trustees. The Fund aims for high total return with an emphasis on current income, focusing on fixed income sectors. However, investments involve risks, including potential principal loss and volatility from lower-rated securities. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV in early 2023 for tax reporting concerning these distributions.

On January 3, 2022, the DoubleLine Income Solutions Fund (DSL) announced a distribution of $0.11 per share for January 2022. The distribution is subject to the ex-dividend, record, and payment dates established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. This press release clarifies that distributions may include ordinary income, long-term capital gains, or return of capital. The Fund aims for high current income and capital appreciation by investing primarily in debt securities and high-yield investments worldwide. Risks associated with investing in the Fund include principal loss and market volatility.

The DoubleLine Opportunistic Credit Fund (DBL) declared a distribution of $0.11 per share for January 2022, with critical dates outlined by the Board of Trustees. The ex-dividend date is January 12, 2022, the record date is January 13, 2022, and payment will be made on January 31, 2022. The Fund aims for high total investment returns through current income and potential capital appreciation, but there are risks of principal loss. Tax characteristics of the distribution will be clarified in early 2023 with Form 1099-DIV.

DoubleLine's research paper indicates that China is expected to resume economic stimulus in 2022, which could positively impact both the global and Chinese economies. Portfolio Manager Bill Campbell notes that internal political factors will influence the timing of this stimulus, particularly before the 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party in October 2022. Recently, the People's Bank of China reduced the required reserve ratio for banks, enhancing liquidity by approximately $188 billion. This shift suggests a move towards more supportive fiscal policies for economic growth.

Dr. Ed Yardeni, economist and President of Yardeni Research, appeared on The Sherman Show podcast, discussing his book "In Praise of Profits". He highlights the Federal Reserve's shift towards combating inflation, emphasizing that productivity is crucial for economic growth and rising wages. Yardeni attributes recent supply chain issues not to physical breakdowns but to excess demand from government stimulus during the pandemic. As of September 30, 2021, DoubleLine managed $137 billion in assets, providing diverse investment services.