Western Asset Global High Income Fund Stock Price, News & Analysis
Company Description
Western Asset Global High Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: EHI) is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company that seeks high current income and total return through a worldwide portfolio of securities. The fund is part of the Western Asset fund family and its common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol EHI.
The fund’s portfolio mandate is global rather than limited to a single domestic market. Its investments may span multiple sectors, including financials, energy, industrials, materials, consumer discretionary and other areas represented in global securities markets. As a closed-end fund, EHI has publicly traded common shares and reports net asset value information that can be used in fund actions such as issuer tender offers and share repurchases.
Western Asset Global High Income Fund is managed by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc. The fund is sub-advised by Western Asset Management Company, LLC, Western Asset Management Company Limited and Western Asset Management Company Pte. Ltd., each identified as an affiliate of the investment manager through Franklin Resources.
The fund’s public-company record includes closed-end fund governance and shareholder matters. Proxy materials address director elections, board structure and ratification of the independent registered public accounting firm. Fund-level capital actions have included an issuer tender offer for common stock, with repurchases priced in relation to per-share net asset value and non-tendered shares remaining outstanding.
Stock Performance
Western Asset Global High Income Fund (EHI) stock last traded at $6.05, down 0.08% from the previous close. Over the past 12 months, the stock has lost 5.9%, ranking #1,380 in 52-week price change. At a market capitalization of $183.6M, EHI is classified as a micro-cap stock with approximately 22.7M shares outstanding.
EHI Rankings
Latest News
Western Asset Global High Income Fund has 10 recent news articles. Of the recent coverage, 5 articles coincided with positive price movement and 4 with negative movement. View all EHI news →
SEC Filings
Western Asset Global High Income Fund has filed 6 recent SEC filings, including 2 Form DEF 14A, 1 Form 3, 1 Form 4, 1 Form 424B3. The most recent filing was submitted on April 23, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all EHI SEC filings →
Insider Radar
Insider selling at Western Asset Global High Income Fund over the past 90 days can reflect routine portfolio management, scheduled trading plans (Rule 10b5-1), tax planning, or compensation-related dispositions rather than a directional view on the stock.
Financial Highlights
Upcoming Events
Portfolio manager removal
Western Asset Global High Income Fund has 1 upcoming scheduled event. The next event, "Portfolio manager removal", is scheduled for September 30, 2026 (in 138 days). Investors can track these dates to stay informed about potential catalysts that may affect the EHI stock price.
Short Interest History
Short interest in Western Asset Global High Income Fund (EHI) currently stands at 35.5 thousand shares, up 5.4% from the previous reporting period, representing 0.2% of the float. This relatively low short interest suggests limited bearish sentiment.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Western Asset Global High Income Fund (EHI) currently stands at 1.0 days. This low days-to-cover ratio indicates high liquidity, allowing short sellers to quickly exit positions if needed.
EHI Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Western Asset Global High Income Fund (EHI) operates in the Asset Management industry within the broader Financial Services sector and is listed on the NYSE. Among dividend-paying stocks, EHI ranks #34 by dividend yield. In monthly performance, the stock ranks #2,396 among all tracked companies.
Investors comparing EHI often look at related companies in the same sector, including RiverNorth/DoubleLine Strategic Opportunity Fund (OPP), Franklin Universal Trust (FT), MassMutual Participation Investors (MPV), Whitehorse (WHF), and Blackstone Senior Floating Rate 2027 Term Fund (BSL). Comparing financial metrics, valuation ratios, and stock performance across these peers can help investors evaluate EHI's relative position within its industry.