CEF INSIGHTS

EMO – Opportunity in Structural Growth of North American Energy

Discover why energy midstream may be one of today’s most compelling investment opportunities. In this episode of CEF Insights, ClearBridge’s Peter Vanderlee breaks down how stable, fee‑based cash flows, long‑lived infrastructure, and growing LNG demand are driving income and resilience in the midstream sector. Tune in to learn how EMO is positioned to deliver attractive income, diversification, and long‑term growth in an evolving market.

A Franklin Templeton company, ClearBridge Investments is sub-advisor for the ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund (EMO).

New Germany Fund for European Growth Opportunities

German equities have provided investors with strong recent performance. In this episode of CEF Insights, Hansjoerg Pack of DWS discusses the New Germany Fund (GF), explores shifting global market dynamics, and explains why fiscal policy, valuations, and earnings growth could favor German small- and mid-cap stocks in the years ahead.

The Germany Fund, New Germany Fund and Central Europe & Russia Fund are managed by the Deutsche Bank Group, one of the world's largest financial institutions.

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ASA – Opportunity in Junior Gold Mining Companies

Markets are volatile and investors are rethinking diversification. Axel Merk breaks down what’s driving today’s supply‑shock environment, why gold and miners still offer value, and how active management in junior mining can impact long‑term returns.

Merk Investments focuses on gold, precious metals, and minerals, and is the Advisor to ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited (ASA), a closed-end precious metals fund.

Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, "RQI" – Opportunity in Real Estate

Public real estate now trades at compelling valuations, offering potential for improved returns as fundamentals strengthen. Mat Kirschner, Lead Portfolio Manager for the Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund (RQI), shares views on the real estate market, potential opportunities, and market outlook for 2026.

Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, focused on delivering attractive returns, income and diversification. Learn more about the Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund (RQI) here.

Unlocking Durable Growth with Global Infrastructure

Catch up on global infrastructure with views on income strategies and the market outlook from industry experts.

Fixed Income in Focus: Finding Yield, Managing Risk

Catch up on fixed income with views on income strategies and the market outlook from industry experts.

Strengthening Income Portfolios with Equities & Preferreds

Catch up on equities and preferreds with views on income strategies and the market outlook from industry experts.

Interval Funds – Finding Access, Income & Diversification

Catch up on interval funds with views on income strategies and the market outlook from industry experts.

Finding Income in Emerging Markets

Emerging market debt remains an important area for investors seeking consistent income and diversification. Western Asset Management’s Chris Kilpatrick, Portfolio Manager for the Western Asset Emerging Market Debt Fund (EMD), shares views on potential opportunities for investors, current market tailwinds and headwinds, and how emerging market debt can complement U.S.-centric portfolios. 

A Franklin Templeton company, Western Asset Management is a leading global fixed-income manager with deep expertise across emerging markets.

Midyear CEF Market Review & Outlook

Leading closed-end fund analyst Jeff Margolin with First Trust returns to CEF Insights to review the first half of 2025 and share views on the market ahead.

First Trust is a leading provider of advisory services and investment products including closed-end and interval funds.