Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure Provides Unaudited Balance Sheet Information and Announces its Net Asset Value and Asset Coverage Ratios at February 28, 2023

Rhea-AI Summary

As of February 28, 2023, Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure (NYSE: KMF) reported net assets of $420.4 million and a net asset value per share of $8.91. The Fund's asset coverage ratios were strong, with 643% for senior securities and 432% for total leverage. Investments were primarily in equity (99%), with the largest sectors being Midstream (43%) and Natural Gas & LNG (24%). The Fund's top holdings include Enterprise Products Partners L.P. and The Williams Companies, Inc. The Fund aims to provide significant cash distributions while investing heavily in energy transition companies.

Positive

• Net assets reported at $420.4 million and net asset value per share at $8.91, reflecting financial stability.
• Strong asset coverage ratios: 643% for senior securities and 432% for total leverage, indicating robust financial health.
• Investment strategy focused on energy transition, with 99% of long-term investments in equity.

Negative

• The portfolio's reliance on Midstream companies (43%) exposes it to sector-specific risks.
• Only 1% of long-term investments are in debt, limiting diversification.

HOUSTON, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure, Inc. (the “Fund”) (NYSE: KMF) today provided a summary unaudited statement of assets and liabilities and announced its net asset value and asset coverage ratios under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”) as of February 28, 2023.

As of February 28, 2023, the Fund’s net assets were $420.4 million and its net asset value per share was $8.91. As of February 28, 2023, the Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to senior securities representing indebtedness was 643% and the Fund’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage (debt and preferred stock) was 432%.

Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure, Inc.
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
February 28, 2023
(Unaudited)
		(in millions)
Investments		$	545.4
Cash and cash equivalents			1.6
Accrued income			0.9
Other assets			0.8
Total assets			548.7
Credit facility			5.0
Notes			80.1
Unamortized notes issuance costs			(0.1	)
Preferred stock			41.5
Unamortized preferred stock issuance costs			(0.5	)
Total leverage			126.0
Other liabilities			2.3
Net assets		$	420.4

The Fund had 47,197,462 common shares outstanding as of February 28, 2023.

As of February 28, 2023, equity and debt investments were 99% and 1%, respectively, of the Fund’s long-term investments. Long-term investments were comprised of Midstream Company (43%), Natural Gas & LNG Infrastructure Company (24%), Renewable Infrastructure Company (18%), Utility Company (14%) and Debt (1%).

The Fund’s ten largest holdings by issuer at February 28, 2023 were:      

			Amount (in millions)*			Percent of Long-Term Investments
1	Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (Midstream Company)		$48.5			8.9	%
2.	The Williams Companies, Inc. (Natural Gas & LNG Infrastructure Company)			43.9		8.0	%
3.	Cheniere Energy, Inc. (Natural Gas & LNG Infrastructure Company)			36.2		6.6	%
4.	Energy Transfer LP (Midstream Company)			35.4		6.5	%
5.	Targa Resources Corp. (Midstream Company)			35.2		6.5	%
6.	Plains GP Holdings, L.P. ** (Midstream Company)			34.2		6.3	%
7.	MPLX LP (Midstream Company)			28.3		5.2	%
8.	Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure plc (Renewable Infrastructure Company)			22.4		4.1	%
9.	NextEra Energy Partners, LP (Renewable Infrastructure Company)			20.4		3.7	%
10.	Sempra Energy (Utility Company)			19.6		3.6	%

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*	Includes ownership of equity and debt investments.
**	Includes ownership of Plains GP Holdings, L.P. (“PAGP”), Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (“PAA”) and Plains AAP, L.P. (“PAGP-AAP”).

Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice. The mention of specific securities is not a recommendation or solicitation for any person to buy, sell or hold any particular security. You can obtain a complete listing of holdings by viewing the Fund’s most recent quarterly or annual report.

Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE: KMF) is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, whose common stock is traded on the NYSE. The Fund's investment objective is to provide a high level of total return with an emphasis on making cash distributions to its stockholders. The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its total assets in securities of Energy Companies and Infrastructure Companies. The Fund anticipates that the majority of its investments will consist of investments in ”NextGen” companies, which we define as Energy Companies and Infrastructure Companies that are meaningfully participating in, or benefitting from, the Energy Transition. See Glossary of Key Terms in the Fund’s most recent quarterly report for a description of these investment categories and the meaning of capitalized terms.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer or sale is not permitted. Nothing contained in this press release is intended to recommend any investment policy or investment strategy or take into account the specific objectives or circumstances of any investor. Please consult with your investment, tax, or legal adviser regarding your individual circumstances prior to investing.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: This communication contains statements reflecting assumptions, expectations, projections, intentions, or beliefs about future events. These and other statements not relating strictly to historical or current facts constitute forward-looking statements as defined under the U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements involve a variety of risks and uncertainties. These risks include, but are not limited to, changes in economic and political conditions; regulatory and legal changes; energy industry risk; leverage risk; valuation risk; interest rate risk; tax risk; and other risks discussed in detail in the Fund’s filings with the SEC, available at www.kaynefunds.com or www.sec.gov. Actual events could differ materially from these statements or from our present expectations or projections. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Kayne Anderson undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements made herein. There is no assurance that the Fund’s investment objectives will be attained.

Contact: Investor Relations at (877) 657-3863 or cef@kaynecapital.com

FAQ

What is the net asset value of Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure as of February 28, 2023?

The net asset value per share of Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure (KMF) is $8.91 as of February 28, 2023.

What are the asset coverage ratios for KMF reported on February 28, 2023?

As of February 28, 2023, KMF's asset coverage ratio for senior securities was 643%, and for total leverage, it was 432%.

How much are the net assets of KMF as of February 28, 2023?

KMF reported net assets of $420.4 million as of February 28, 2023.

What is the investment focus of Kayne Anderson NextGen Energy & Infrastructure?

KMF primarily invests in energy and infrastructure companies, focusing on those that participate in the energy transition.

What sectors does KMF's investment portfolio include?

KMF's long-term investments include 43% in Midstream, 24% in Natural Gas & LNG Infrastructure, 18% in Renewable Infrastructure, and 14% in Utility Companies.