Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund (PFD)
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PFD: The Risks Here Could Be Greater Than Believed
The Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund underperforms peers in yield and total return, despite outperforming the preferred stock index. PFD's current 6.88% yield trails comparable closed-end funds, making it less attractive for income-focused investors seeking higher payouts. The fund trades at a 7.50% discount to NAV, its cheapest level among peers and below its five-year average, but this does not offset its lower yield.
MS PFD A Update: Is The Price Bottoming? My Uncertainty Results In A Hold Rating
Morgan Stanley PFD A 1/1000 rating raised to Hold, but more price erosion possible. I continue to hold this issue. Both MS.PR.A and GS.PR.D offer 4% coupon floors, providing downside protection but resulting in modest fixed components. MS.PR.A carries a higher credit rating (BBB-) than GS.PR.D (BB+), with strong common equity coverage ratios for both issuers.
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Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund Profile
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Overview
Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred Income Fund Inc. is a closed-ended equity mutual fund that has been operational since September 28, 1990. It is launched and managed by Flaherty & Crumrine Incorporated, a firm known for its focus on preferred securities. The fund primarily invests in the public equity markets of the United States, concentrating on stocks of companies within the financials sector. By utilizing a strategic investment approach, the fund aims to deliver superior income to its investors through investments in preferred stocks, which are a type of equity security offering fixed dividends. Furthermore, the fund benchmarks its performance against recognized industry indices, notably the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Index and the S&P 500 Index. This positioning allows investors to gauge the fund's performance relative to both fixed-income and equity markets.
Products and Services
- Preferred Securities Investment
The primary service offered by Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred Income Fund Inc. is the investment in preferred securities. These securities combine elements of both equity and debt, providing fixed income along with the potential for capital appreciation, making them attractive for income-focused investors.
- Portfolio Management
The fund is actively managed by a team of professionals at Flaherty & Crumrine Incorporated, who employ a rigorous investment strategy to ensure that the portfolio aligns with the investment objectives while managing risks associated with market fluctuations and credit assessments.
- Performance Benchmarking
To evaluate the effectiveness of its investment strategy, the fund benchmarks its performance against both the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Index and S&P 500 Index. This provides investors with a means to assess how well the fund is performing in relation to broader market dynamics.
- Investor Educational Resources
Flaherty & Crumrine provides a variety of educational resources aimed at helping investors understand the nuances of preferred securities and the strategies employed in managing the fund's investments, thereby empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Regular Distributions
The fund aims to provide regular income distributions to its shareholders, leveraging its investments in preferred securities to deliver steady cash flow. This feature makes it an appealing choice for investors seeking consistent income through dividends.
