Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. - VRTS STOCK NEWS

Virtus Investment Partners (NASDAQ: VRTS) has completed its acquisition of Stone Harbor Investment Partners, managing $14.5 billion in assets. This acquisition enhances Virtus' investment capabilities, diversifies its offerings, and expands its non-U.S. institutional client base. Stone Harbor will maintain its autonomy in investment processes while benefiting from Virtus' resources, including distribution and analytical support. The deal is expected to strengthen Virtus' market position and provide clients with a well-regarded emerging markets debt strategy.

As of January 3, 2022, the Fund previously known as DTF Tax-Free Income Inc. is now named DTF Tax-Free Income 2028 Term Fund Inc. This change reflects the Fund's limited term of existence, which will conclude on March 1, 2028, unless extended by the Board. The name alteration will not impact the Fund's ticker symbol (NYSE: DTF) or its securities' CUSIP numbers. The Fund aims to provide current income exempt from federal income tax through a diversified portfolio of investment-grade tax-exempt obligations, managed by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co., a subsidiary of Virtus Investment Partners.

Virtus AllianzGI Equity & Convertible Income Fund (NIE) announced a new managed distribution plan effective March 25, 2022, along with a 32% increase in its quarterly distribution to $0.50 per share, up from $0.38. This increase represents a 6.6% annualized rate based on the December 16, 2021 closing price of $30.44. The Fund aims to enhance shareholder value and reduce the current discount to net asset value. However, distributions may come from net investment income, realized capital gains, or fund assets, which could affect shareholder capital.

Virtus AllianzGI Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund (AIO) announced a managed distribution plan effective February 1, 2022, raising its monthly distribution to $0.15 per share, a 20% increase from $0.125. This change aims to enhance shareholder value and reduce the discount to net asset value. The annualized distribution rate is 6.7% based on a market price of $26.88 as of December 16, 2021. Under the plan, distributions could be sourced from net investment income and capital gains, with potential capital return considerations for shareholders.

Virtus AllianzGI Diversified Income & Convertible Fund (NYSE: ACV) announced a new managed distribution plan effective February 1, 2022, increasing its monthly distribution rate to $0.18 per share, up 8% from the previous $0.167. This change reflects an annualized distribution rate of 6.3% based on a market price of $34.21. The aim is to enhance shareholder value and reduce the current discount to net asset value. Distributions may come from net investment income, realized capital gains, or Fund assets, potentially impacting shareholder capital.

Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) announced a new managed distribution plan, increasing its quarterly distribution rate to $0.245 per share, a 9% rise from the previous $0.225. This increase will be effective from March 25, 2022, and is part of the fund's commitment to enhance shareholder value. The annualized distribution rate is 6.2% based on a closing market price of $15.73 as of December 16, 2021. The fund aims to provide consistent distributions primarily from net investment income and realized capital gains.

The Board of Directors of DNP Select Income Fund has declared a monthly dividend of 6.5 cents per share, with ex-dividend dates on January 28, February 25, and March 30, 2022. The payment dates are set for February 10, March 10, and April 11, 2022. The fund operates under a Managed Distribution Plan, ensuring consistent payments, primarily from available investment income. For the fiscal year-to-date, the fund has distributed 8.26% of its NAV, with a total return of 18.76%.

DTF Tax-Free Income Inc. (NYSE: DTF) announced a special taxable distribution of $0.164537 per share, set to be paid on January 11, 2022. Shareholders of record as of December 30, 2021 will receive this distribution. The breakdown includes $0.164481 from long-term capital gains and $0.000056 from short-term capital gains. The ex-dividend date is December 29, 2021. DTF focuses on providing current income exempt from federal income tax through a diversified portfolio of investment-grade tax-exempt obligations.

The Board of Directors of DTF Tax-Free Income Inc. (NYSE: DTF) declared dividends of 3.25 cents per share, with payment dates set for January 31, February 28, and March 31, 2022. The ex-dividend dates are January 14, February 14, and March 14 of the same year. Additionally, the Fund will undergo a name change to DTF Tax-Free Income 2028 Term Fund Inc. on January 3, 2022. This change follows shareholder approval for a limited term of existence ending March 1, 2028, though the term may be extended under certain conditions.