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Allspring Utilities and High Income Fund (ERH) is a diversified closed-end management investment company dedicated to providing high levels of current income and moderate capital growth. Emphasizing tax-advantaged dividend income, the fund invests in a wide array of industries, including auto components, hotels, household durables, media, specialty retail, apparel, oil, gas, consumable fuels, industrials, information technology, telecommunication services, financial, and healthcare sectors. The fund's investment portfolio is comprised of direct debt instruments, which are interests in amounts owed to lenders by corporate or other borrowers.
The fund is managed by Allspring Global Investments, formerly known as Wells Fargo Asset Management. Its investment advisory services are provided by Wells Fargo Funds Management LLC. The fund employs a managed distribution plan aiming to declare monthly distributions to its common shareholders at an annual minimum fixed rate of 7.0%, based on the fund's average monthly net asset value (NAV) per share over the prior 12 months. These distributions are sourced from income, capital gains, and sometimes paid-in capital.
ERH's investment team has recently been strengthened with the addition of Andy Smith, CFA, who will join Jack Spudich, CFA, and Kent Newcomb, CFA, in managing the fund's equity sleeve. The high yield bond sleeve continues to be managed by Michael Schueller, CFA, and Chris Lee, CFA. Smith brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at Wells Fargo Asset Management, Edward Jones, and A.G. Edwards.
The fund’s strategy includes leveraging through a revolving credit facility and potentially issuing preferred shares in the future. This leverage can amplify both gains and risks, leading to greater volatility in the net asset value and market price of ERH's common shares. The fund’s investments in the utility sector and international markets add layers of risk, including political instability, currency fluctuation, and sector-specific developments.
Allspring Global Investments is a renowned independent asset management firm with over $580 billion in assets under advisement. The firm operates with a global presence and boasts a team of more than 440 investment professionals. Allspring is driven by a commitment to thoughtful investing and purposeful planning, aiming to deliver both financial returns and positive outcomes.
The latest news highlights the fund's ongoing commitment to transparency regarding its distribution sources and performance metrics. Investors are provided with detailed notices about the sources of their monthly distributions, helping them make informed decisions.
The Allspring Utilities and High Income Fund (NYSE American: ERH) detailed its monthly distribution sources in a shareholder notice dated February 1, 2022. The fund has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains, indicating a portion of the distribution may be a return of capital. The current monthly distribution is $0.07440 per share, with 84.50% sourced from paid-in capital. The managed distribution plan aims for a minimum annual distribution rate of 7.0%. Investors are advised not to equate distributions with performance or yield.
The Allspring Utilities and High Income Fund (ERH) has announced its distribution sources in a recent Notice to shareholders. The fund clarifies that it may have distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains, indicating a portion of the distribution could be a return of capital. This return does not reflect the fund's performance. For the current month, the per-share distribution is $0.07434, with net investment income accounting for 55.80% of it. The fund operates under a managed distribution plan with a minimum annual rate of 7.0% based on the average NAV.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (NYSE: ERH) provided a notice to shareholders detailing sources of its monthly distributions. Notably, a portion of these distributions is categorized as a return of capital, which does not reflect the fund's investment performance. The current per share distribution is $0.07424, primarily derived from net investment income (NII) at 87.80%. Investors are cautioned that distributions exceeding returns will result in a decline in net asset value (NAV). The fund adheres to a managed distribution plan with an annual minimum fixed rate of 7.0% based on its average NAV.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (NYSE American: ERH) issued a notice to shareholders detailing the sources of its monthly distributions. The Fund indicates it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains, suggesting that some distributions may be a return of capital. This notice also emphasizes that distribution amounts should not be equated with the Fund’s investment performance. For tax reporting, shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV. The Fund follows a managed distribution plan aimed at providing a fixed annual distribution rate.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (NYSE: ERH) has issued a notification regarding the sources of its recent monthly distributions. Notably, the fund has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains, indicating that some distributions may represent a return of capital. The estimates for distribution sources, which include net investment income and capital gains, are provided to shareholders, though these figures are subject to change based on tax regulations. Investors are cautioned not to interpret distribution amounts as a reflection of investment performance.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (ERH) announced its monthly distribution sources, emphasizing that distributions may include a return of capital. It pointed out that the fund has distributed more income than realized capital gains, and investors should not interpret the distribution amount as an indicator of performance. The fund's managed distribution plan ensures a minimum annual rate of 7.0%, and the actual sources of distributions will be reported for tax purposes at year-end. The complete notice is available on the Wells Fargo Asset Management website.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (ERH) announced distribution details in a shareholder notice. It is estimated that the Fund has distributed more than its net income and realized capital gains, leading to a potential return of capital in distributions. This notice also clarified that distribution figures are estimates and not for tax reporting. The Fund’s managed distribution plan aims for a minimum fixed annual rate of 7.0%, but distributions may not reflect investment performance. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for tax reporting at year-end.
The Wells Fargo Utilities and High Income Fund (ERH) has announced its monthly distribution sources in a recent Notice to shareholders. It is estimated that the Fund has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains, implying that a portion of the distribution may be a return of capital. This return of capital does not reflect the Fund's investment performance. The Fund follows a managed distribution plan with a minimum annual fixed rate of 7.0% based on average NAV over 12 months. Actual tax reporting figures will depend on the Fund's investment experience for the remainder of the fiscal year.
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