Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. (NYSE: GDO) Announces Portfolio Management Team Update
Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund (NYSE: GDO) has announced a change in its portfolio management team effective June 3, 2024. The new team will include Michael Buchanan, Christopher Kilpatrick, and Annabel Rudebeck. Chia-Liang (CL) Lian will no longer serve as a portfolio manager. The fund's shares trade on the NYSE and are subject to market fluctuations, often trading at a discount to their net asset value. Investors should be aware of the associated risks.
- New portfolio management team includes experienced professionals: Michael Buchanan, Christopher Kilpatrick, and Annabel Rudebeck.
- Effective date for the portfolio management change is clearly specified as June 3, 2024.
- Chia-Liang (CL) Lian will no longer be a portfolio manager, which may concern some investors.
- Shares of the fund are subject to market fluctuations and often trade at a discount to their net asset value, increasing the risk of loss for investors.
-
Michael
Buchanan - Christopher Kilpatrick
- Annabel Rudebeck
Also as of June 3, 2024, Chia-Liang (CL) Lian is no longer a portfolio manager of the Fund.
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.
For more information about the Fund, please call Fund Investor Services: 1-888-777-0102, or consult the Fund’s web site at www.franklintempleton.com/investments/options/closed-end-funds. The information contained on the Fund’s web site is not part of this press release. Hard copies of the Fund’s complete audited financial statements are available free of charge upon request.
The Fund’s shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Similar to stocks, Fund share prices will fluctuate with market conditions and, at the time of sale, may be worth more or less than the original investment. Shares of closed-end funds often trade at a discount to their net asset value, and can increase an investor’s risk of loss. All investments are subject to risk, including the risk of loss.
About Western Asset
Western Asset is one of the world’s leading fixed-income managers with 50 years of experience and
About Franklin Templeton
Franklin Resources, Inc. is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,500 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the
Category: Fund Announcement
Source: Franklin Resources, Inc.
Source: Legg Mason Closed End Funds
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240603976898/en/
Investor Contact: Fund Investor Services 1-888-777-0102
Media Contact: Lisa Tibbitts
+1 (904) 942-4451
Lisa.Tibbitts@franklintempleton.com
Source: Franklin Resources, Inc. and Legg Mason Closed End Funds
FAQ
Who are the new portfolio managers for GDO as of June 3, 2024?
When will the portfolio management change for GDO take effect?
What is the stock symbol for Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund?
What are the risks associated with investing in GDO?