Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd Stock Price, News & Analysis
Company Description
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fund is a diversified closed-end management investment company that seeks current income, with capital appreciation as a secondary investment objective. The fund’s common shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol WIA, and its investment program is centered on inflation-linked fixed income securities.
Under normal market conditions and at the time of purchase, the fund invests at least 80% of total managed assets in inflation-linked securities. It also invests at least 60% of total managed assets in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, commonly known as TIPS. The fund may allocate a portion of managed assets to non-U.S. dollar investments, giving the portfolio exposure beyond U.S. inflation-linked government securities while remaining tied to an income-oriented mandate.
As a closed-end fund, Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fund has a fixed pool of common shares that trade in the secondary market. Its share price can differ from net asset value, and closed-end fund shares may trade at premiums or discounts to the value of the underlying portfolio. The fund has reported distributions under a managed distribution policy, including regular monthly distributions and, at times, special distributions tied to portfolio income, accumulated income, capital gains, and tax accounting records.
The fund is associated with the Western Asset fund family and has appeared in distribution announcements issued by Franklin Templeton and Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc. Its public-company profile is therefore defined by closed-end fund mechanics, inflation-linked securities exposure, shareholder distributions, net asset value considerations, and trustee-governance matters.
Stock Performance
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd (WIA) stock last traded at $8.14, down 0.49% from the previous close. Over the past 12 months, the stock has lost 0.7%, ranking #1,218 in 52-week price change. At a market capitalization of $190.8M, WIA is classified as a micro-cap stock with approximately 23.3M shares outstanding.
WIA Rankings
Latest News
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd has 10 recent news articles. Of the recent coverage, 5 articles coincided with positive price movement and 4 with negative movement. View all WIA news →
SEC Filings
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd has filed 5 recent SEC filings, including 1 Form 3, 1 Form SCHEDULE 13D/A, 1 Form DEF 14A, 1 Form N-CEN. The most recent filing was submitted on April 30, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all WIA SEC filings →
Financial Highlights
Upcoming Events
Portfolio manager departure
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd has 1 upcoming scheduled event. The next event, "Portfolio manager departure", is scheduled for December 31, 2026 (in 227 days). Investors can track these dates to stay informed about potential catalysts that may affect the WIA stock price.
Short Interest History
Short interest in Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd (WIA) currently stands at 13.5 thousand shares, up 8.4% from the previous reporting period, representing 0.1% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has decreased by 42.1%. This relatively low short interest suggests limited bearish sentiment.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd (WIA) currently stands at 1.0 days. This low days-to-cover ratio indicates high liquidity, allowing short sellers to quickly exit positions if needed. The ratio has shown significant volatility over the period, ranging from 1.0 to 2.4 days.
WIA Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fd (WIA) operates in the Asset Management industry within the broader Financial Services sector and is listed on the NYSE. Among dividend-paying stocks, WIA ranks #290 by dividend yield. In monthly performance, the stock ranks #1,685 among all tracked companies.
Investors comparing WIA often look at related companies in the same sector, including Western Asset Global High Income Fund (EHI), Highland Global Allocation Fund (HGLB), Franklin Universal Trust (FT), BNY Mellon High Yield Strategies Fund (DHF), and Blackstone Senior Floating Rate 2027 Term Fund (BSL). Comparing financial metrics, valuation ratios, and stock performance across these peers can help investors evaluate WIA's relative position within its industry.