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Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) is a closed-end equity investment company with a rich history dating back to 1929. Specializing in energy and natural resources stocks, PEO aims to preserve capital, generate reasonable income from investments, and provide opportunities for capital appreciation. The Fund is part of Adams Funds, which also includes Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX).
Adams Natural Resources Fund is managed by an experienced team that employs a disciplined approach to identify investment opportunities and manage risk prudently. The Fund's portfolio is diversified across several sectors, predominantly focusing on energy and basic materials. As of the latest reports, the Fund has delivered impressive returns. For the twelve months ended September 30th, the total return on its net asset value (NAV), including dividends and capital gains reinvested, was 29.3%, outperforming its benchmark's return of 28.2%.
An essential feature of Adams Natural Resources Fund is its commitment to consistent income for its investors. The Fund has paid dividends and capital gains distributions for over 85 years, maintaining an annual distribution rate of at least 6%. In 2023, the Fund announced an annual distribution rate of 6.2%, emphasizing its dedication to providing dependable income regardless of market conditions.
Recent developments include the introduction of an 8% annual rate managed distribution policy, starting from the third quarter of 2024. This policy aims to provide regular and predictable distributions, enhancing the value proposition for shareholders. The distributions will be based on the Fund's average NAV, with a minimum of 2% distributed each quarter.
PEO's performance and policies underscore its long-term commitment to its shareholders. The Fund has consistently helped generations of investors achieve their financial goals through disciplined management and stable distributions. Shares of Adams Natural Resources Fund can be purchased through brokers or the Fund’s transfer agent.
About Adams Funds
Since 1929, Adams Funds has been dedicated to helping investors reach their goals. Adams Funds manages two closed-end funds, ADX and PEO, with a focus on disciplined investment strategies and reliable income for shareholders. For more information, please visit the official website or contact the Fund directly.
Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) reported a total return of -22.2% on net asset value for 2020. This performance contrasts with a -33.7% return from the S&P 500 Energy Sector but is significantly lower than the 20.7% return from the S&P 500 Materials Sector. The Fund's market price return was -26.6%. Despite the challenges in the energy market, the Fund distributed $0.73 per share, achieving a 6.1% annual distribution rate. The Fund's net assets decreased from $561 million in 2019 to $332 million in 2020.
Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) reported an impressive 18.8% return for 2020, outperforming its benchmark by 2 percentage points and exceeding the Lipper Large-Cap Core Funds Average by 2%. The fund's total return based on market price stood at 16.4%. Shareholders received dividends totaling $1.03 per share, yielding a 6.8% annual distribution rate, above the 6.0% minimum commitment. The fund’s net assets grew from $1.95 billion to $2.23 billion, and the net asset value per share increased from $17.93 to $20.06.
Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) announced the initiation of share repurchases as part of its enhanced discount management and liquidity program. This program allows buybacks when shares are priced at least 15% below net asset value for 30 consecutive trading days. CEO Mark Stoeckle emphasized that this move aims to enhance shareholder value amidst challenging energy market conditions. The Fund's repurchase strategy also includes a proportional tender offer when the discount exceeds 19% for the same duration. The enhanced program complements the Fund's annual 6% distribution commitment.
Mary Chris Jammet has been elected as an independent director of Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) and Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO), effective December 10, 2020. With over 30 years of experience in investment management, she previously managed $20 billion in client assets at Legg Mason, Inc. Jammet is recognized as an Audit Committee Financial Expert and holds a CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight. Adams Funds, established in 1929, is committed to providing an annual distribution rate of 6% or more, focusing on long-term investor income.
Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) announced a year-end distribution of $0.88 per share, totaling $1.03 for 2020, achieving a 6.8% annual distribution rate. This distribution includes $0.07 from net investment income and $0.81 from capital gains, marking the 56th consecutive year of capital gains payments and the 85th year of dividends. The payable date is December 23, 2020, with a record date of November 23, 2020, and an ex-dividend date of November 20, 2020.
On November 12, 2020, Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) announced a year-end distribution of $0.43 per share, totaling $0.73 for 2020. This includes $0.30 distributed earlier in the year. The annual distribution rate stands at 6.1%, exceeding its commitment to distribute at least 6% of the trailing 12-month average market price. This distribution comprises $0.20 from net investment income and $0.23 from net capital gains. The fund has successfully distributed dividends for 86 consecutive years.
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