The Virtus Diversified Income & Convertible Fund offers a 7.76% yield, primarily through convertible bonds with significant technology sector exposure. ACV's convertible-heavy portfolio provides downside protection versus equities and higher yields than common stock, but total returns may lag in bull markets. Despite tech concentration, ACV's largest holdings differ from the S&P 500, reducing single-company risk but maintaining sector vulnerability.
I'm upgrading ACV Auctions from 'Hold' to 'Buy, following my evaluation of its performance, prospects, and shareholder returns. ACVA turned around from losses in 4Q2025 to deliver a positive net profit of $7M for 1Q2026; that represented a 37% outperformance versus consensus. The company is forecasting a high-teens earnings growth in FY2026; management's confidence in this strong guidance is backed up by the significant buyback plans announced recently.
Virtus Diversified Income & Convertible Fund is upgraded to a buy as it now trades at a 3.49% discount to NAV, reversing prior premium concerns. ACV offers an 8.2% dividend yield, supported by strong earnings and a diversified portfolio, but distributions rely heavily on short-term capital gains. The fund's convertible-heavy strategy enables participation in market rallies yet exposes ACV to NAV declines during downturns due to low net investment income.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 316 | $7,678.8 | $8,707.38 | $1,028.58 | 13.4% |
| WDW William Dudley Webb Jr. WORLD EQUITY GROUP Inc. | 41,950 | $1M | $1.17M | $163,927.83 | 16.37% |
Christopher C. Powers Farther Finance Advisors, LLC | 1,977 | $47,646 | $53,434.36 | $5,788.36 | 12.15% |
| PF Patricia France Gilliland Jeter Wealth Management LLC | 25,149 | $531,624.22 | $690,088.56 | $158,464.34 | 29.81% |
Highline Wealth Partners LLC Highline Wealth Partners LLC | 100 | $2,430 | $2,775 | $345 | 14.2% |
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