ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. Announces Unaudited Balance Sheet Information as of December 31, 2022

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ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO) reported its unaudited assets as of December 31, 2022. The Fund's net assets stood at $425.5 million with a net asset value per share of $33.28. The asset coverage ratio regarding senior indebtedness was 396%, while total leverage stood at 300%. The Fund repurchased 130,000 shares in December for $3,730,554. This financial data was unaudited and reflects the Fund's robust asset management.

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• Net assets of $425.5 million indicate strong financial health.
• Net asset value per share is $33.28, showcasing valuable share pricing.
• High asset coverage ratio of 396% with respect to senior debt, indicating strong financial leverage.
• Successful stock repurchase of 130,000 shares for $3,730,554, supporting shareholder value.

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• None.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMO) announced today the unaudited statement of assets and liabilities, the net asset value and asset coverage ratio of the Fund as of December 31, 2022.

As of December 31, 2022, the Fund’s net assets were $425.5 million, and its net asset value per share was $33.28. The Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”) with respect to senior indebtedness was 396% and the Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage was 300%.

	As of December 31, 2022
	Amount (millions)			Per Share
Investments	$	613.8		$	48.00
Cash and Cash Equivalents		19.9			1.56
Other Assets		6.9			0.54
Total Assets	$	640.6		$	50.10
Senior Notes*	$	41.3		$	3.23
Loans Outstanding*		120.0			9.38
Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares*		51.9			4.06
Total Leverage	$	213.2		$	16.67
Other Liabilities	$	1.9		$	0.15
Total Liabilities	$	1.9		$	0.15
Net Assets	$	425.5		$	33.28
Outstanding Shares		12,787,291
* The Fund's asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to senior indebtedness was 396%.
* The Fund's asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage was 300%.
Top Ten Equity Holdings (as of December 31, 2022)**
	Market Value
Name	(millions)			% of Investments			***
Energy Transfer LP	$	48.8			8.0	%
MPLX LP	$	46.2			7.5	%
Western Midstream Partners LP	$	44.8			7.3	%
Enterprise Products Partners LP	$	42.1			6.9	%
Targa Resources Corp.	$	41.5			6.8	%
Magellan Midstream Partners LP	$	33.4			5.4	%
Williams Cos. Inc.	$	30.3			4.9	%
DCP Midstream LP	$	28.3			4.6	%
Cheniere Energy Partners LP	$	25.0			4.1	%
Plains GP Holdings LP	$	24.8			4.0	%
	$	365.2			59.5	%
** Subject to change at any time
*** Percent of Total Equity Investments

During the month ended December 31, 2022, the Fund repurchased in the open market and retired 130,000 of its common shares under the stock repurchase plan for a total amount of $3,730,554.

ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity 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 Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. as of December 31, 2022?

As of December 31, 2022, the net assets of ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. were $425.5 million.

What is the net asset value per share for EMO as of December 31, 2022?

The net asset value per share for ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. (EMO) as of December 31, 2022, was $33.28.

What was the asset coverage ratio for EMO as of December 31, 2022?

The asset coverage ratio for ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. (EMO) with respect to senior indebtedness was 396% and for total leverage it was 300%.

Did ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. repurchase any shares in December 2022?

Yes, in December 2022, ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. repurchased and retired 130,000 shares for a total of $3,730,554.