Welcome to our dedicated page for Liberty All-Star Growth news (Ticker: ASG), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Liberty All-Star Growth stock.
Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG) is a diversified, closed-end management investment company that focuses on long-term capital appreciation through an all-cap growth equity strategy. The fund combines three growth-style investment managers, each concentrating on small-cap, mid-cap, or large-cap stocks, under the oversight of its investment advisor, ALPS Advisors, Inc. Its portfolio spans sectors such as information technology, industrials, health care, consumer discretionary, financials, communication services, real estate, consumer staples, materials, and energy.
This news page highlights regular updates and announcements from Liberty All-Star Growth Fund. Readers can find recurring monthly updates that detail the fund’s top holdings, sector breakdowns based on GICS classifications, net asset levels, and the percentage of the portfolio invested in equities. These updates also explain the relationship between net asset value (NAV), market price, and whether the fund’s shares trade at a premium or discount.
In addition to portfolio and performance commentary, the news stream features Board of Directors’ distribution declarations. These items describe the fund’s policy of targeting annual distributions totaling approximately 8 percent of net asset value, payable in quarterly installments, and explain how distributions may be sourced from income, capital gains, or return of capital. The news also outlines how distributions are delivered through newly issued shares for participants in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan or in cash for shareholders who elect that option.
Investors and researchers can use this page to follow Liberty All-Star Growth Fund’s ongoing communications about portfolio changes, new and liquidated holdings, distribution details, and risk reminders. Regularly reviewing these releases can help users understand how the fund’s all-cap growth strategy and sector allocations evolve over time within its closed-end fund structure.
The Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) provided its monthly update for December 2022. The fund follows an all-cap growth investment strategy managed by three distinct growth style managers focusing on small, mid, and large-cap equities. Notably, as of December 31, 2022, the fund had a net asset value of $299 million, with 98% invested in equities. The top five holdings included SPS Commerce (2.7%), Microsoft (2.0%), and Montrose Environmental Group (1.9%). The fund's performance for December showed a decline of 6.27%, with a year-to-date performance drop of 30.98%. The fund traded at a market price of $4.93, reflecting a discount of 5.7% compared to its NAV.
On January 9, 2023, Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) announced a distribution of $0.11 per share, payable on March 6, 2023. Shareholders of record by January 20, 2023 will benefit, with an ex-dividend date set for January 19, 2023. This distribution aligns with the Fund's policy of distributing approximately 8% of its net asset value annually, through four quarterly payments. The distribution will predominantly be in newly issued shares, valued at either the February 17, 2023 net asset value or market value.
Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG) released its November 2022 Monthly Update, highlighting an investment approach combining three distinct growth managers. The fund's net assets stood at $316.6 million, with 99.4% invested in equities. The NAV increased to $5.58 despite a 3.0% discount from market price. Monthly performance was 5.24%, year-to-date performance reported at -26.45%. Major sector allocations included Information Technology (27.4%) and Health Care (20.6%). New holdings added include Aon PLC and Avery Dennison Corp.
Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) provided its monthly update for October 2022, highlighting a portfolio strategy that includes small-, mid-, and large-cap growth managers. The fund's net assets reached $306 million, with equities valued at $300.5 million, indicating a 98.2% investment rate. The fund's performance showed a monthly return of 7.14%, while year-to-date returns fell by 30.12%. The top holdings included SPS Commerce (2.9%) and Montrose Environmental (2.0%). The report also mentioned a new holding in Choice Hotels and the liquidation of Azenta.
The Board of Directors of Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) has announced a $0.10 per share distribution payable on January 3, 2023, to shareholders on record as of November 18, 2022. This aligns with the Fund's annual distribution policy of about 8% of its net asset value, disbursed quarterly. A portion of this distribution may derive from sources other than net income, including capital gains and return of capital. Newly issued shares will be distributed, except for shareholders opting for cash, with calculations based on the December 16, 2022 net asset value or market value.
The Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (ASG) released its monthly update for September 2022. The fund employs a diverse all-cap growth investment strategy utilizing multiple managers focused on small, mid, and large-cap stocks. Major holdings include SPS Commerce (3.0%), Amazon (2.3%), and Microsoft (1.9%). The fund reported a NAV decrease to $5.04, reflecting an 8.70% decline for the month and a significant 34.78% year-to-date drop. Total net assets stand at $286 million, with 98% of assets invested.
The Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG) reported its August 2022 performance and provided updates on its investment strategy. The fund employs an all-cap growth approach, managed by three distinct investment managers focusing on small-, mid-, and large-cap stocks. The total net assets as of August 31, 2022, were $313.1 million. The fund's NAV decreased by 5.48% for the month and 28.56% year-to-date. Key holdings include SPS Commerce (2.9%) and Amazon (2.1%). The fund traded at a market price of $5.57, with a premium of 0.9% over its NAV.
The Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG) released its July 2022 Monthly Update, showcasing a net asset value (NAV) of $328.9 million, with equities valued at $326.3 million, reflecting a 99.2% investment rate. The fund's performance highlights a monthly return of 10.95% and a year-to-date decline of -24.45%. Key holdings include SPS Commerce (2.5%) and Amazon (2.1%). New investments were made in notable companies like Starbucks and Ulta Beauty, while shares in Burlington Stores and Disney were liquidated. The fund's investment strategy employs multiple managers focused on small-, mid-, and large-cap growth.
The Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) released its June 2022 Monthly Update, reporting a net asset value (NAV) decrease to $5.36, down from $5.79 at the start of the month, reflecting a performance drop of -7.43% for the month and -31.90% year-to-date. The fund's total net assets stand at $302 million, with 97.3% of assets invested in equities. Top holdings include SPS Commerce (2.7%) and UnitedHealth Group (2.2%), with Information Technology as the leading sector (28.6%). New acquisitions include Agiliti and IQVIA, while Illumina and PayPal were liquidated.
The Board of Directors of Liberty All-Star Growth Fund (NYSE: ASG) declared a distribution of $0.11 per share, payable on September 6, 2022, to shareholders of record as of July 22, 2022. This distribution aligns with the Fund's policy of distributing approximately 8% of its net asset value annually in quarterly installments. The distribution will be in newly issued shares unless shareholders opt for cash. As of July 8, 2022, the Fund manages over $315 million in net assets.