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Distribution rate is not investment return
A distribution rate describes a cash payment relative to a price or NAV. Total return also includes changes in the value of the investment.
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Closed End Funds Investment Guide
Understand closed end funds, investigate discounts and distributions, and build a disciplined research process. Follow eight stages from ownership and market pricing to portfolio construction and advanced analysis.
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Distributions and Income
Distinguish cash payments, portfolio earnings and investment returns.