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Cohen & Steers (NYSE:CNS) has declared monthly distributions for nine closed-end funds for July, August, and September 2025. The distributions range from $0.080 to $0.155 per share, with the Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) offering the highest monthly dividend at $0.155.

The distributions will be paid according to a set schedule with ex-dividend dates on July 15, August 12, and September 9, 2025, with corresponding payable dates at month-end. These distributions may include net investment income, capital gains, and/or return of capital, depending on various factors including portfolio and market conditions.

Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS) has appointed Seth Laughlin as Senior Vice President and Head of Real Estate Strategy & Research. Laughlin, with over 20 years of real estate experience, will lead the team focused on identifying long-term real estate investment opportunities and managing integrated listed and private real estate strategy. He previously served as Managing Director at Green Street, leading US market research coverage. The appointment strengthens Cohen & Steers' real estate platform, which manages over $56 billion in global real estate assets. Founded in 1986 as the first investment manager specializing in listed REITs, the firm expanded in 2021 with a Private Real Estate Group to enhance its strategy range and custom investment solutions.

Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS) has made a significant $300 million investment in Hudson Pacific Properties (NYSE: HPP) as part of HPP's $690 million balance sheet recapitalization effort. The investment represents 43% of the total offering, positioning CNS as a cornerstone investor. According to Jason Yablon, Executive VP and Head of Listed Real Estate at Cohen & Steers, the investment is strategic due to the anticipated recovery in the West Coast office market. The recapitalization aims to help HPP reduce debt, extend debt maturities, and capitalize on potential occupancy improvements in their high-quality portfolio.

Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS) reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $88.6 billion for May 2025, showing a $1.1 billion increase from April's $87.5 billion. The growth was primarily driven by market appreciation of $1.3 billion, which was partially offset by $150 million in distributions and $88 million in net outflows. The company's AUM breakdown shows Open-end Funds as the largest segment at $42.6 billion, followed by Institutional Accounts at $34.6 billion and Closed-end Funds at $11.4 billion. Institutional Advisory accounts saw positive net flows of $10 million, while Open-end Funds experienced the largest net outflows of $80 million.

Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund (FOF) has announced its May 2025 distribution details and sources. The Fund will distribute $0.0870 per share on May 30, 2025, comprising 56.55% from net investment income and 43.45% from net realized long-term capital gains. Year-to-date distributions total $0.4350 per share. The Fund's performance metrics show a year-to-date total return of 0.18% and an impressive five-year average annual total return of 11.45%. The current annualized distribution rate stands at 8.96% of NAV. The Fund operates under a managed distribution policy implemented in December 2021, aiming to deliver long-term total returns through regular monthly distributions.

Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund (NYSE: RFI) has announced its distribution details for May 2025. The Fund will distribute $0.08 per share on May 30, 2025, consisting entirely of net realized long-term capital gains. For the year-to-date period, the Fund has distributed $0.40 per share, comprised of 52.77% from long-term capital gains, 25.70% from net investment income, and 21.53% from short-term capital gains.

The Fund's performance metrics show a year-to-date total return of 2.57% and an average annual total return of 8.39% for the five-year period ending April 30, 2025. The current annualized distribution rate stands at 8.27% of NAV, with a cumulative distribution rate of 3.45% for the fiscal period.

Cohen & Steers REIT and Preferred and Income Fund (RNP) has announced its May 2025 distribution details and sources. The Fund will distribute $0.1360 per share on May 30, 2025, with the following breakdown: 69.56% from net investment income, 13.60% from net realized long-term capital gains, and 16.84% from return of capital. Year-to-date, the Fund has distributed $0.6800 per share. The Fund's performance metrics show a year-to-date total return of 1.37% and a five-year average annual total return of 9.01%. The current annualized distribution rate stands at 7.84% of NAV. The Fund operates under a managed distribution policy implemented in December 2017, aiming to deliver long-term total returns through regular monthly distributions.

Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund (NYSE: RQI) has announced its May 2025 distribution details and sources. The Fund will distribute $0.08 per share on May 30, 2025, with 89.37% coming from net realized short-term capital gains and 10.63% from net investment income. Year-to-date distributions total $0.40 per share. The Fund's performance metrics show a year-to-date total return of 2.61% and a five-year average annual total return of 10.80%. The current annualized distribution rate stands at 7.48% of NAV. The Fund operates under a managed distribution policy implemented in December 2012, which aims to deliver long-term total returns through regular monthly distributions.

Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) has announced its May 2025 distribution details and sources. The Fund will distribute $0.1550 per share on May 30, 2025, with 97.10% coming from net investment income, and 2.90% from net realized long-term capital gains. Year-to-date distributions total $0.7750 per share. The Fund's performance metrics show a year-to-date total return of 5.84% and a five-year average annual total return of 10.20%. The current annualized distribution rate stands at 7.55% of NAV. The Fund operates under a managed distribution policy implemented in March 2015, aiming to deliver long-term total returns through regular monthly distributions.