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GHY is a global high-yield fixed-income CEF with a diverse geographic reach and credit spectrum composition. The fund's discount to NAV is near historic highs, credit spreads are tight, and distribution relies heavily on the return of capital. The fund leans towards BB and B-rated bonds, with a not-insignificant portion in CCC debt.
NEWARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PGIM High Yield Bond Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ISD), PGIM Global High Yield Fund, Inc. (NYSE: GHY) and PGIM Short Duration High Yield Opportunities Fund (NYSE: SDHY) declared today monthly distributions for June, July and August 2024. The distribution amounts and schedule for each fund appears below: Fund Name Ticker Distribution Per Share Change from Prior Distribution PGIM High Yield Bond Fund, Inc. ISD $0.105 – PGIM Global High Yield Fund, Inc. GHY $0.105 – PGIM Short.
The PGIM Global High Yield Fund offers a very attractive proposition for investors who are seeking to earn a high level of income from their portfolios. The fund's 11.22% yield compares well to other funds in the market. The fund's recent performance has been stable and it has outperformed the global bond indices on a total return basis.
The PGIM Global High Yield Fund offers income-focused investors a way to diversify their portfolio with foreign fixed-income securities. The fund's performance has been respectable, with shares up 6.69% since October. The fund's net asset value per share is up 5.27% over the past two months, indicating strong gains and the ability to cover distributions in those two months.
The PGIM Global High Yield Fund offers a high current yield of 11.85%, higher than many other options in the market. The fund's performance has been disappointing, with shares down 29.42% since the start of last year. The fund's diverse portfolio includes below-investment-grade securities from around the world, providing potential for diversification and capital gains.
A total of nine funds launched during the week ending Sept. 1, thus a dip after the 17 ETF launches last week but not unusual in the leadup to a holiday weekend.
PGIM Global High Yield Fund, Inc. is a closed-end fund that aims to offer a high level of current income primarily by investing in below investment-grade fixed income. The fund's investment portfolio is diversified across different geographies and industries, with the United States accounting for the largest single country exposure. While the annualized results might appear modest, it's important to remember that bond investing can certainly see sizable declines.
GHY is a high yield bond fund with a global focus. The fund continues to remain at a deep and attractive discount.
Previously, GHY lacked distribution coverage, which hasn't changed; coverage has fallen a bit further. The fund has been deleveraging its portfolio, which could be seen as a positive if they can add more at the right time to catch a rebound.
GHY is a high yield fund with a tilt towards global positions. The fund's distribution coverage was a point of concern, and it only looks set to get worse.