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Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) is a closed-end U.S. equity fund focused on energy and natural resources stocks, and its news flow centers on performance, distributions, and portfolio positioning in these sectors. As part of Adams Funds, which has operated since 1929, the Fund regularly issues updates comparing its returns to a benchmark composed of the S&P 500 Energy Sector and the S&P 500 Materials Sector.
News releases for PEO frequently cover quarterly, semi-annual, nine-month, and full-year performance, detailing total returns on net asset value and market price over one-, three-, five-, and ten-year periods. These updates often highlight how the Fund’s stock selection in energy and materials has affected its results relative to its benchmark, and they provide context on sector conditions that influenced performance.
Another recurring theme in PEO’s news is its distribution policy. The Fund announces year-end distributions, explains the mix of net investment income and capital gains, and discloses whether it has met or exceeded its stated minimum annual distribution rate. More recent communications describe the implementation of a managed distribution policy targeting a minimum 8% annual rate of average net asset value, paid in regular quarterly installments.
Investors following PEO’s news can also see updates on portfolio composition, including the ten largest equity holdings and detailed industry weightings across integrated oil & gas, exploration & production, storage & transportation, refining & marketing, equipment & services, and materials subsectors. Occasional governance and management announcements, such as leadership changes within the Fund, are also reported. For those tracking energy and natural resources exposure through a closed-end fund structure, the PEO news page provides a consolidated view of performance metrics, distribution actions, and portfolio characteristics over time.
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BALTIMORE, Jan. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) reported a robust 47.7% return for 2021, exceeding its benchmark of 46.4%. The Fund's total return on market price was 53.6%. Shareholders received $0.91 per share in dividends, achieving a distribution rate of 6.3%, surpassing the 6.0% minimum commitment. Assets grew to $470.6 million, with a net asset value per share of $19.22. The 2021 Annual Report is anticipated around February 18, 2022.
Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) and Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) have elected Jane Musser Nelson as an independent director, effective December 9, 2021. With over 30 years in investment management, Nelson's expertise includes roles at Cambridge Associates, Bain Capital, and ING Capital Advisors. She will enhance the Board's strengths as the Funds approach their 100th anniversary, aiming for continued growth and success. Since 1929, these Funds have consistently supported investors by paying dividends for over 80 years and maintaining a commitment to a 6% annual distribution rate.
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Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) announced a year-end distribution of $2.83 per share, totaling $2.98 for 2021, with an annual distribution rate of 15.7%. This includes $0.07 from net investment income and $2.76 from realized capital gains. The Fund marks its 57th consecutive year of capital gains payouts and 86th consecutive year of dividends. The distribution, payable on December 22, 2021, reflects a commitment to provide a minimum of 6% distributions against the Fund's trailing market price.
Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) has announced a year-end distribution of $0.61 per share, raising total distributions for 2021 to $0.91. This distribution reflects a 6.3% annual distribution rate. The year-end payout includes $0.29 from net investment income and $0.32 from realized capital gains. This achievement marks the 70th consecutive year of capital gains payouts and 87th consecutive year of dividend payments. The distribution is payable on December 17, 2021, with an ex-dividend date of November 19, 2021.
Adams Diversified Equity Fund (NYSE: ADX) reported a 14.9% total return on its net asset value for the nine months ended September 30, 2021. In comparison, the S&P 500 and Lipper Large-Cap Core Funds Average achieved returns of 15.9% and 14.9%, respectively. Over the twelve-month period, the fund delivered a 28.2% return, while the S&P 500 and Lipper indices had 30.0% and 28.6% returns. As of September 30, 2021, net assets amounted to $2.54 billion with a net asset value per share of $22.86. The Fund aims for an annual distribution rate of 6%.
Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) reported a total return of 33.8% on net asset value for the nine months ended September 30, 2021, outperforming its benchmark's 33.4%. The market price return was 40.8%. For the twelve-month period, total return was 64.8%, slightly ahead of the benchmark's 64.5%, with a market price return of 69.6%. The fund's net assets increased to $434.8 million from $275.8 million year-over-year, and the net asset value per share rose to $18.05 from $11.58.
The Board of Directors of Adams Natural Resources Fund (NYSE: PEO) declared a distribution of $0.10 per share, payable on September 1, 2021, to shareholders of record on August 18, 2021. This marks the third payment in line with the Fund's 6% minimum distribution rate commitment for the year. For the first half of 2021, the Fund's total return on net asset value reached 36.3%, matching its benchmark. The Fund's net assets rose to $445.8 million as of June 30, 2021, with a net asset value per share of $18.51.