Hear Aberdeen's perspective on building durable income through active allocation, global diversification, and disciplined risk management. Mike Taggart of Aberdeen Investments speaks with Jonathan Mondillo, Aberdeen's Global Head of Fixed Income and lead portfolio manager of the Aberdeen Multi-Market Income Fund (MMT), about the fund's transition. For investors seeking a high-conviction income solution with broad diversification and active oversight, MMT offers a differentiated opportunity in today's global bond markets.
Aberdeen Multimarket Income Trust is rated 'Sell' due to its leveraged exposure amid currently narrow credit spreads. MMT's 32% leverage amplifies volatility and downside risk, especially when spreads widen, making it less attractive than unleveraged ETFs now. The fund's distribution relies significantly on return of capital (32% YTD), reflecting insufficient cash flow support from underlying assets.