Weekly Closed-End Fund Roundup (October 11, 2026)

CEFs were mixed this week: 10 of 26 sectors rose on price (average -0.02%) and 15 of 26 on NAV (average +0.15%); MLPs led while Senior Loans lagged.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 18, 2026

CHI To CHY: Swap Into The Cheaper Calamos Convertible Twin

Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund and Calamos Convertible and High Income Fund hold nearly identical portfolios but trade far apart. CHI trades at a +1.88% premium versus CHY's -3.86% discount, a 5.74-point gap that sits roughly 1.5 standard deviations above its one-year average. With a 0.999 correlation in daily NAV moves, swapping CHI for CHY picks up about 5.7 points of discount and a higher yield on price (10.05% versus 9.58%).

Seeking Alpha • Oct 6, 2026

Calamos Investments Closed-End Funds (NASDAQ: CHI, CHY, CSQ, CGO, CHW, CCD and CPZ) Announce Monthly Distributions and Required Notifications of Sources of Distribution

METRO CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Calamos Investments®* has announced monthly distributions and sources of distributions paid in October 2026 to shareholders of its seven closed-end funds (the Funds) pursuant to the Funds' respective distribution plans.

PRNewsWire • Oct 1, 2026

Calamos Closed-End Funds (NASDAQ: CHI, CHY, CSQ, CHW, CGO and CCD) Announce Private Placements Totaling $248.25 Million of Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares

METRO CHICAGO, Ill., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boards of Trustees of six of Calamos Investments' closed-end funds (the Funds) today announced the issuance of additional series of mandatory redeemable preferred (MRP) shares totaling $248.25 million.

PRNewsWire • Aug 26, 2026

CHI: Strong Performance, But Tech Exposure Could Be A Risk

The Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund delivers an 8.72% yield and has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year. CHI's focus on convertible bonds and junk bonds provides equity-like upside with less interest rate sensitivity than traditional bond funds. The fund's 37.2% technology sector exposure offers growth potential but introduces concentration risk, especially if AI-driven valuations falter.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 6, 2026

CHI: Inflation Still A Problem, And This CEF Should Outperform Traditional Bonds In Real Terms

The Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund offers a 9.74% yield, outperforming most equity, bond, and convertible indices in current income. CHI's portfolio is heavily weighted toward convertible bonds and junk-rated debt, enhancing real return potential in inflationary environments compared to traditional bonds. The fund's distribution is fully covered by realized gains and rising NAV, signaling sustainability and resilience even amid challenging market conditions in 2026.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 16, 2026

The Market's All-Terrain Vehicle: A Deep Dive Into Convertible CEFs

Convertible bonds offer built-in flexibility, combining bond income with equity upside and historically delivering asymmetric returns—participating in rallies while helping cushion drawdowns. Actively managed, levered convertible CEFs offer a high-income way to participate in this market, with Calamos demonstrating a strong track record of navigating convertibles and delivering competitive returns. Among the US-focused Calamos funds (CCD, CHY, & CHI), CCD provides the highest (~85%) convertible exposure and equity optionality, while CHY and CHI offer more credit-tilted.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 25, 2026

CHI: Attractive Valuation But Not A Buy Yet

Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund (CHI) maintains a hold rating due to reliance on net realized gains for distributions and NAV growth. CHI offers a 10.1% yield, attractive price-to-NAV valuation, and monthly payouts, appealing to income-focused investors seeking stability. The fund's aggressive leverage and dependence on positive market conditions heighten downside risk during market declines.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 28, 2026

12 Years With Zero Gains: Can Your Retirement Plan Survive A 'Lost Decade?'

Market myths hide reality: The S&P 500 was flat for 12 years (2000-2011). Withdrawals kill portfolios: Selling shares during a crash destroys your capital. Don't sell low: Dividends pay your bills while the market recovers.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 6, 2025

CHI: A Fully Covered 10.85% Yielding CEF Trading At A Reasonable Price

Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund offers a high 10.85% yield, competitive total returns, and strong portfolio diversification for income-focused investors. CHI's performance closely tracks the convertible bond index, but its yield and resilience during market downturns make it attractive, especially for risk-averse investors. The fund's distribution appears sustainable, backed by recent gains and a NAV increase, though coverage relies partly on unrealized gains.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 21, 2025