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Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) is a diversified closed-end management investment company with an investment objective of capital appreciation, and income as a secondary objective. The fund indicates that it pursues these objectives through a balance of equity and fixed income investments, and its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange, where they may trade at a premium or discount to net asset value (NAV).
This news page highlights the fund’s recurring disclosures about monthly distributions, Section 19(a) notices, and tender offer activity. Regular press releases detail announced distribution amounts, ex-dates, payable dates, and estimated sources of each distribution, including net investment income, net realized short-term and long-term capital gains, and return of capital. The fund also publishes information on performance and distribution rates based on NAV, such as average annual total return on NAV and fiscal year-to-date cumulative total return and distribution rates.
In addition to distribution-related updates, Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. issues announcements regarding tender offers to repurchase a portion of its outstanding shares. These releases describe the terms of each offer, including the percentage of shares subject to repurchase, the pricing formula based on a percentage of NAV, and whether the offer was oversubscribed, leading to prorated acceptance of tendered shares. The fund has also discussed conditional tender offers that may be triggered when its average trading discount to NAV exceeds a specified threshold over a measurement period.
Investors and observers can use this news stream to follow how the fund manages distributions under its Managed Distribution Plan, how it addresses trading discounts through tender offers, and how its reported performance metrics based on NAV evolve over time.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced monthly distributions of $0.08 for June, July, and August 2022. According to its Managed Distribution Plan, distributions may partially come from net investment income and realized capital gains. Notably, the Fund estimates it has distributed more than its income, meaning a portion may be a return of capital. In April 2022, the average annual total return on NAV was 5.20%, with a fiscal year-to-date annualized distribution rate of 11.01%. Investors should note the risks of principal loss and that fund shares may trade below NAV.
On May 24, 2022, Virtus Global Multi-Sector Income Fund (VGI) and Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (ZTR) announced the results of their joint annual shareholder meeting held on May 23, 2022. Key highlights include the re-election of trustees and directors for both funds, with substantial shareholder support. For VGI, Deborah A. DeCotis received 96% approval, while for ZTR, George R. Aylward secured 97%. The strong approval ratings reflect investor confidence in the leadership of both funds, which are critical for their future strategies.
The Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a monthly distribution of $0.08 on May 19, 2022. The ex-date is set for May 11, 2022, and the record date is May 12, 2022. Notably, the Fund's Managed Distribution Plan may involve distributions from net investment income or capital gains. However, excess distributions may return shareholder capital, not indicating Fund performance. The Fund has estimated that over 53.5% of distributions may be a return of capital for April 2022. Current fiscal year-to-date annualized distribution rate stands at 11.01%.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a monthly distribution of $0.08, effective April 8, 2022. This distribution, part of its Managed Distribution Plan, may include net investment income, realized capital gains, or a return of capital. Shareholders are warned that distributions may exceed the Fund's income, resulting in capital returns. For March 2022, the Fund reported a 10.38% current fiscal YTD annualized distribution rate and a 7.44% cumulative total return on NAV.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced monthly distributions of $0.08 for April and May 2022. The fund operates under a Managed Distribution Plan, aiming to maintain consistent distribution levels. Shareholders should be aware that the distributions may consist of a return of capital if net investment income and capital gains do not cover the distribution level. For February 2022, the estimated sources of distribution included 20.7% from net investment income, 14.7% from net realized short-term capital gains, and 64.6% from return of capital.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a rights offering approved by its Board of Directors to issue additional shares through a registration statement. This move aims to increase the Fund's assets to capitalize on investment opportunities in sectors like communications and energy. The offering allows shareholders to buy new shares at a discount, potentially increasing trading volume and liquidity. Shareholders will receive one right for each share held, entitling them to purchase one share for every three rights. The subscription price will be based on NAV or recent sales prices.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a monthly distribution of $0.08 per share, payable on February 18, 2022. The distribution will be sourced from net investment income (16.3%), net realized short-term capital gains (47.0%), and a return of capital (36.7%). The Fund warns that the distribution may exceed its income and realized gains, indicating that some funds may be a return of capital rather than investment performance. As of January 31, 2022, the Fund's average annual total return on NAV over the last five years is 6.95%.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a monthly distribution of $0.08 on January 5, 2022, under its Managed Distribution Plan. The distribution consists of 36.7% from net investment income, with 63.3% classified as a return of capital. The fund advises that this return of capital does not reflect investment performance. As of December 31, 2021, the fund reported an average annual total return on NAV of 8.57% over five years and a current fiscal year-to-date annualized distribution rate of 10.18%.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced a monthly distribution of $0.08 per share, payable on December 20, 2021. The distribution will be allocated from net investment income, realized capital gains, or a combination thereof. However, shareholders should be aware that a portion of this distribution may come from the Fund's assets, constituting a return of capital, which does not necessarily reflect the Fund’s performance. As of November 30, 2021, the Fund's YTD annualized distribution rate was 10.76%, with a cumulative total return of 6.36%.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) announced monthly distributions of $0.08 per share for December 2021 through March 2022. The ex-dates for these distributions are set between December 10, 2021, and March 10, 2022, with payable dates following shortly after. The Fund aims to maintain a consistent level of distributions, which may include a return of capital if net income and capital gains are insufficient. For the fiscal year to date, the Fund has a current distribution rate of 10.25% and has distributed more than its income, indicating that a portion may be a return of capital.
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