Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust Series A Cumulative Preferred Shares Declares $0.50 Quarterly Dividend and Announces Intention to Redeem

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The Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust (NYSE American: GGO) has announced a cash distribution of $0.50 per share, payable on June 28, 2021, to Series A preferred shareholders of record as of June 21, 2021. The Fund plans to redeem Series A Preferred Shares starting five years from September 15, 2016, at a price of $40.00 each, plus any unpaid distributions. Shareholders may be subject to long-term capital gains tax on the distribution, with an estimated 2% coming from net investment income and 98% from net capital gains.

Positive

• Cash distribution of $0.50 per share indicates strong management confidence.
• Distribution includes 98% from net capital gains, enhancing shareholder returns.

Negative

• Potential for a return of capital if earnings are insufficient to cover distributions, impacting long-term investment value.

The Board of Trustees of The Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust (NYSE American: GGO) (the “Fund”) declared a $0.50 per share cash distribution payable on June 28, 2021 to Series A preferred shareholders of record on June 21, 2021.

Commencing five years from the closing date of the offering (September 15, 2016), and thereafter, to the extent permitted by the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”) and Delaware law, the Fund intends, upon notice, to redeem the Series A Preferred Shares at a price equal to the liquidation preference ($40.00) per share plus accumulated but unpaid distributions through the date of redemption.

The Series A Preferred Shares trade on the NYSE American under the symbol “GGO.A”. From and after the date of redemption, the Series A Preferred Shares being redeemed will no longer be deemed outstanding, dividends will cease to accumulate and all the rights of the holders of the Series A Preferred Shares with respect to the Series A Preferred Shares will cease.

All or part of the distribution may be treated as long-term capital gain or qualified dividend income (or a combination of both) for individuals, each subject to the maximum federal income tax rate for long term capital gains, which is currently 20% in taxable accounts for individuals (or less depending on an individual’s tax bracket). In addition, certain U.S. shareholders who are individuals, estates or trusts and whose income exceeds certain thresholds will be required to pay a 3.8% Medicare surcharge on their "net investment income", which includes dividends received from the Fund and capital gains from the sale or other disposition of shares of the Fund.

If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund to the Preferred Shareholders in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

Long-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, and investment company taxable income, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to preferred shareholders for the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, the distributions paid to preferred shareholders in 2021 would include approximately 2% from net investment income and 98% from net capital gains on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2021 will be made after year end and can vary from the quarterly estimates. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2021 distributions in early 2022 via Form 1099-DIV.

Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. More information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund is available by calling 800-GABELLI (800-422-3554) or visiting www.gabelli.com.

About Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust

The Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company whose primary investment objective is total return, consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (NYSE:GBL).

NYSE American: GGO.A
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FAQ

What is the cash distribution amount for GGO in 2021?

The Gabelli Go Anywhere Trust declared a cash distribution of $0.50 per share for 2021.

When will the GGO cash distribution be paid?

The distribution will be paid on June 28, 2021, to shareholders on record as of June 21, 2021.

What percentage of the GGO distribution comes from net investment income?

Approximately 2% of the distribution is from net investment income.

What is the significance of the Series A Preferred Shares redeemable price?

The Series A Preferred Shares will be redeemed at $40.00 each plus accumulated unpaid distributions.

What tax implications should GGO shareholders consider for the distribution?

Shareholders may face capital gains tax on the distribution, with the maximum federal rate at 20%.