Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund Provides Unaudited Balance Sheet Information and Announces Its Net Asset Value and Asset Coverage Ratios at October 31, 2024

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Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund (NYSE: KYN) reported its financial position as of October 31, 2024. The fund's net assets stood at $2.2 billion, with a net asset value per share of $12.97. The company's asset coverage ratios were strong, with 675% for senior securities indebtedness and 483% for total leverage. The portfolio primarily consists of Midstream Energy Companies (96%), with smaller allocations to Utility Companies (3%) and Other Energy (1%). The fund's largest holding is The Williams Companies, representing 10.3% of long-term investments, followed by Energy Transfer LP at 9.4%.

Positive

• Strong asset coverage ratios: 675% for senior securities and 483% for total leverage
• Substantial net assets of $2.2 billion
• Well-diversified portfolio across major midstream energy companies
• Significant cash position of $35.7 million

Negative

• None.

Insights

Financial Analyst

The latest financial report from KYN shows a robust balance sheet with $2.2 billion in net assets and strong asset coverage ratios of 675% for debt and 483% for total leverage. The fund maintains a concentrated portfolio in midstream energy companies (96%), with top holdings including industry leaders like Williams Companies (10.3%) and Energy Transfer (9.4%).

The fund's conservative leverage profile and high-quality portfolio composition demonstrate strong financial health. The $3 billion investment portfolio, backed by $35.7 million in cash, provides ample liquidity. The focus on midstream energy infrastructure suggests stable cash flows from essential assets, though investors should note the sector concentration risk.

HOUSTON, Nov. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: KYN) today provided a summary unaudited statement of assets and liabilities and announced its net asset value and asset coverage ratios under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the “1940 Act”) as of October 31, 2024.

As of October 31, 2024, the Company’s net assets were $2.2 billion, and its net asset value per share was $12.97. As of October 31, 2024, the Company’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to senior securities representing indebtedness was 675% and the Company’s asset coverage ratio under the 1940 Act with respect to total leverage (debt and preferred stock) was 483%.

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES OCTOBER 31, 2024  //  (UNAUDITED)
		(in millions)
Investments		$	3,002.2
Cash and cash equivalents			35.7
Accrued income			11.2
Current tax asset, net			6.6
Other assets			0.5
Total assets			3,056.2
Notes			409.7
Unamortized notes issuance costs			(2.8	)
Preferred stock			163.1
Unamortized preferred stock issuance costs			(1.3	)
Total leverage			568.7
Payable for securities purchased			5.1
Other liabilities			13.3
Deferred tax liability, net			275.1
Total liabilities			293.5
Net assets		$	2,194.0

The Company had 169,126,038 common shares outstanding as of October 31, 2024.

Long-term investments were comprised of Midstream Energy Companies (96%), Utility Companies (3%) and Other Energy (1%).

The Company’s ten largest holdings by issuer at October 31, 2024 were:

			Amount (in millions)*			% Long Term Investments
1.	The Williams Companies, Inc. (Midstream Energy Company)		$             309.5			10.3	%
2.	Energy Transfer LP (Midstream Energy Company)			281.1		9.4	%
3.	MPLX LP (Midstream Energy Company)			273.6		9.1	%
4.	Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (Midstream Energy Company)			258.3		8.6	%
5.	ONEOK, Inc. (Midstream Energy Company)			226.8		7.6	%
6.	Targa Resources Corp. (Midstream Energy Company)			220.0		7.3	%
7.	Cheniere Energy, Inc. (Midstream Energy Company)			194.5		6.5	%
8.	Kinder Morgan, Inc. (Midstream Energy Company)			184.9		6.2	%
9.	Western Midstream Partners, LP (Midstream Energy Company)			138.6		4.6	%
10.	Pembina Pipeline Corporation (Midstream Energy Company)			132.3		4.4	%

*	Includes ownership of common and preferred units.

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Portfolio holdings are subject to change without notice. The mention of specific securities is not a recommendation or solicitation for any person to buy, sell or hold any particular security. You can obtain a complete listing of holdings by viewing the Company’s most recent quarterly or annual report.

Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE: KYN) is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, whose common stock is traded on the NYSE. The company's investment objective is to provide a high after-tax total return with an emphasis on making cash distributions to stockholders. KYN intends to achieve this objective by investing at least 80% of its total assets in securities of Energy Infrastructure Companies. See Glossary of Key Terms in the Company’s most recent quarterly report for a description of these investment categories and the meaning of capitalized terms.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy, nor shall there be any sale of any securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer or sale is not permitted. Nothing contained in this press release is intended to recommend any investment policy or investment strategy or consider any investor’s specific objectives or circumstances. Before investing, please consult with your investment, tax, or legal adviser regarding your individual circumstances.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: This communication contains statements reflecting assumptions, expectations, projections, intentions, or beliefs about future events. These and other statements not relating strictly to historical or current facts constitute forward-looking statements as defined under the U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements involve a variety of risks and uncertainties. These risks include but are not limited to changes in economic and political conditions; regulatory and legal changes; energy industry risk; leverage risk; valuation risk; interest rate risk; tax risk; and other risks discussed in detail in the Company’s filings with the SEC, available at www.kaynefunds.com or www.sec.gov. Actual events could differ materially from these statements or our present expectations or projections. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Kayne Anderson undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements made herein. There is no assurance that the Company’s investment objectives will be attained.

Contact investor relations at 877-657-3863 or cef@kayneanderson.com.

FAQ

What is KYN's net asset value per share as of October 31, 2024?

KYN's net asset value per share was $12.97 as of October 31, 2024.

What is the portfolio composition of KYN as of October 31, 2024?

KYN's portfolio consists of 96% Midstream Energy Companies, 3% Utility Companies, and 1% Other Energy investments.

What is KYN's largest holding as of October 31, 2024?

The Williams Companies is KYN's largest holding, representing 10.3% of long-term investments.

What are KYN's asset coverage ratios as of October 31, 2024?

KYN's asset coverage ratio was 675% for senior securities indebtedness and 483% for total leverage (debt and preferred stock).