ASGI: Global Infrastructure Exposure And High Distribution Rate

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Summary

  • ASGI has put up strong total return performance since our prior update, and continues to trade at an attractive discount.
  • The fund offers global infrastructure exposure with a tilt toward industrials, some private holdings, and maintains a relatively balanced weighting among its holdings.
  • ASGI's managed 12% distribution rate policy is impressive, but sustaining this high payout long-term may challenge NAV stability.
  • ASGI remains an appealing choice for global infrastructure exposure, especially given its current discount and diversified approach.
  • This idea was discussed in more depth with members of my private investing community, CEF/ETF Income Laboratory. Learn More »

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abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund (NYSE:ASGI) has put up strong total returns since our prior update. Outpacing the S&P 500 Index, which had declined slightly during this period. That isn't necessarily a

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