Closed-End Funds Articles

Tax-Advantaged Income From Muni Closed-End Funds and ETFs
August 2026 by John Deysher
Closed-end muni bond funds or muni bond ETFs may make sense for those in high tax brackets in search of income.

Fixed-Income Risks and Opportunities in a Rising-Rate Environment
September 2022 by Matthew Crouse
Given recent interest rate increases, many bonds and preferred stocks are now offering attractive yields.

The Advantages and Risks of Closed-End Funds
August 2021 by Matthew Crouse
For those seeking to earn higher yields than available from mutual funds, closed-end funds can be enticing due to their low-cost leverage and higher dividend yields.

Closed-End Bond Funds Versus Individual Bonds: A Case Study
April 2017 by Hildy Richelson, Stan Richelson
Closed-end bonds may look attractive based on their yields and discounts to net asset value, but there are pitfalls to watch out for.

Researching Closed-End Funds
April 2014 by CI Staff
Resources for obtaining data and educating yourself on closed-end funds.

Seeking Tax-Free Income From Closed-End Funds
June 2011 by John Deysher, Michael Walters
Closed-end municipal bond funds provide income that is exempt from federal taxes, but investors should be selective when choosing among them.

Offbeat Offerings: Closed-End Funds
April 2008 by Cara Scatizzi
An investor reference for products that are not your typical offering. This issue's focus is on closed-end funds.

Web Sites for Closed-End Funds
November 2006 by AAII Staff
Information on closed-end funds is far more limited than their more popular relatives, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds. Nonetheless, there are several Web sites that offer comprehensive information specifically related to closed-end funds that are available to the public for free.

Shedding the Light on Value in Forgotten and Ignored Places
November 2000 by Donald Cassidy
Stock Selection Strategies: Two areas of value in the market are virtually ignored by brokerage firms' research departments and rarely traded by institutional investors: Closed-end funds and recently issued preferred stocks.

What You Need to Know About Investing in Closed-End Funds
January 2000 by Albert J. Fredman
Mutual Funds: Because of their quirks, closed-end funds turn off many individuals, but they also offer many opportunities for disciplined investors who understand what they are buying.