Western Asset Emerg Mkts Debt Stock Price, News & Analysis

Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor declared distributions for various closed-end funds under its managed distribution policy for December 2022, January, and February 2023. Key dates include record dates, ex-dividend dates, and payable dates for each month. Funds involved: LMP Capital and Income Fund (SCD), BrandywineGLOBAL - Global Income Opportunities (BWG), and Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund (EMD). Each Fund aims to maintain consistent distribution levels based on generated income and capital gains, with potential implications for shareholder capital.

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund (EMD) announced the estimated sources of its monthly distribution of $0.0800 per share for November 2022. As of September 30, 2022, the net investment income allocation is $0.0584, with a return of capital of $0.0216. For the fiscal year-to-date, a total distribution of $0.7700 per share has been declared, primarily from net investment income (73%) and returns of capital (27%). Investors should note that a portion of distributions may be considered a return of capital, which does not reflect the Fund’s investment performance.

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMD) announced the estimated sources of its monthly distribution scheduled for October 3, 2022. The distribution totals $0.0800 per share, with 76% attributed to net investment income. As of August 31, 2022, cumulative distributions for the fiscal year-to-date are $0.6900 per share. The Fund emphasizes that distributions may include a return of capital, which does not reflect investment performance. The managed distribution policy aims to provide consistent returns. Shareholders should be aware of potential capital return implications.

The Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMD) announced its distribution sources for September 1, 2022. The monthly distribution is set at $0.0800 per share. As of July 31, 2022, net investment income accounts for $0.0443 per share, with the remainder being a return of capital. The fund's fiscal year-to-date cumulative distribution totals $0.6100 per share, indicating a managed distribution policy that may include returns of capital. Shareholders are cautioned that returns of capital do not reflect investment performance.

Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor announced distribution declarations for its closed-end funds under a managed distribution policy for September, October, and November 2022. Key dates include record dates of September 23, October 24, and November 22, with payable dates spanning from October 3 to December 1, 2022. Specific distributions noted are for funds SCD at $0.26000, BWG at $0.09000, and EMD at $0.08000. Investors should be aware that distributions may involve a return of capital if net investment income is insufficient.

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (NYSE: EMD) has announced its estimated sources of distributions for the fiscal year 2022, with a July monthly distribution of $0.0800 per share. As of June 30, 2022, the distribution allocations are detailed, highlighting net investment income at $0.0527 and a return of capital at $0.0273. The fund's average annual total return over five years is reported at -3.60%, while the annualized distribution rate stands at 9.69%. Shareholders are cautioned that part of the distribution may represent a return of capital, which does not reflect investment performance.

Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor announces distributions for closed-end funds SCD, BWG, and EMD for June, July, and August 2022. The monthly distribution amounts are set at $0.26000 for SCD and $0.09000 for BWG in June, July, and August, while EMD announces $0.08000 for each month. The funds' managed distribution policy aims to maintain consistent distribution levels; however, payouts may include return of capital if income falls short. The Board reserves the right to modify the policy, which could impact share prices.