STEW: Discounted Valuation Justifies A Buy

SRH Total Return Fund offers a concentrated, value-driven portfolio with a 4.5% dividend yield and strong dividend growth. STEW trades at a 21.1% discount to NAV, near the widest in a decade, presenting a compelling entry point. The fund's top ten holdings comprise over 88% of assets, introducing concentration risk, especially in diversified and financial sectors.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 11, 2025

SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. Increases its Quarterly Distribution by 21.2% - Fifth Consecutive Annual Increase

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / November 13, 2025 / SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. (NYSE:STEW) (the "Fund") is pleased to announce a 21.2% increase in the Fund's quarterly distribution to $0.20 per share beginning in January 2026, payable on the date noted below. This is the fifth consecutive annual increase of the Fund's managed distribution.

Accesswire • Nov 13, 2025

SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. Section 19a Notice

Notification of Sources of Distribution Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / October 31, 2025 / On October 31, 2025, SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. (NYSE:STEW) (the "Fund"), a closed-end investment company, will pay a distribution on its common stock of $0.1650 per share to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 24, 2025. The Fund, acting in accordance with an exemptive order received from the Securities and Exchange Commission and with approval of its Board of Directors, adopted a managed distribution policy under which the Fund may utilize capital gains, where applicable, as part of regular quarterly cash distributions to its stockholders.

Accesswire • Oct 31, 2025

STEW: Tax-Efficient Dividends At An Attractive Valuation

SRH Total Return Fund offers an actively managed, value-driven portfolio trading at a historically attractive 20.6% discount to NAV. STEW has delivered strong total returns and resilient performance during downturns, but underperforms tech-heavy indices due to limited technology exposure. The fund provides a growing 3.6% dividend yield, with payouts increasing at a 9.16% CAGR over five years and distributions structured for tax efficiency.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 24, 2025

STEW: Better Off Just Buying Berkshire

SRH Total Return Fund is a concentrated, value-focused closed-end fund with assets significantly concentrated in Berkshire Hathaway while charging a high fee. STEW's high expense ratio (2.28%) and modest distribution make it less attractive compared to more diversified, lower-fee peers like ADX, GAM, and CET. The fund's heavy reliance on BRK.A/B performance and an uncertain post-Buffett outlook raise concerns about concentration risk and future returns.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 22, 2025

SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. Declares Quarterly Distribution

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. (NYSE:STEW) (the "Fund") announced the declaration of a quarterly distribution of $0.1650 per share to occur in October 2025. This distribution is being paid as part of the Fund's managed distribution program under which the Fund intends to make per share distributions of $0.1650 per quarter or approximately $0.66 per year.

Accesswire • Aug 14, 2025

This ‘Buffett Favorite' Dividend Is An Incredible CEF Bargain (For Now)

When it comes to a closed-end fund (CEF), many investors are always focused on one thing: the dividend.

Forbes • Aug 12, 2025

Miss The April Dip? This Big Dividend Still Sells For 20% Off

I know I don't have to tell you this market is “pricey”—levitating from all-time high to all-time high. That's got a lot of investors stuck on the sidelines, too afraid to buy until we get another dip.

Forbes • Jul 22, 2025

STEW: Closed-End Fund That Outperforms The S&P 500

I rate STEW a buy for its strong earnings, solid dividend coverage, and attractive 20% discount to NAV, offering compelling value. The fund's resilience during market downturns, focus on high-quality holdings like Berkshire Hathaway, and consistent dividend growth stand out. STEW's 3.7% yield is well-supported by earnings and tax-efficient distributions, making it ideal for income-focused investors in taxable accounts.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 9, 2025

2 Picks For Monthly Distributions And Participating With Activists

Closed-end funds offer unique opportunities due to the structure, which allows for the share price to swing wildly different from the underlying portfolio value. There are activist groups that specifically target these in a way to take advantage of this feature within the closed-end fund space. On top of that, it also provides significant diversification by investing in already diversified CEFs, and additionally, this can translate into strong monthly distributions.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 8, 2025