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Consulting & Data Support Across the Closed-End Fund Ecosystem

CEF Advisors

Consulting & Data Support Across the Closed-End Fund Ecosystem

For nearly four decades we have worked with investors, advisors, institutions, sponsors, and service firms to navigate the unique structure of closed-end funds (CEFs), business-development companies (BDCs), interval and tender-offer funds, ETFs, and London-listed CEFs. Our consulting practice pairs subject-matter research with what we believe is one of the most detailed datasets in the market, allowing each client to select the blend of insight, analytics, and hands-on guidance that fits their objectives.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Retail & High-Net-Worth Investors

  • Portfolio Diagnostics – objective reviews of existing fund holdings (discounts, leverage exposure, distribution characteristics).
  • Goal-Based Allocations – CEF/BDC sleeves aligned with stated risk and income preferences to complement broader portfolios.
  • Education Sessions – one-on-one explanations of fund mechanics, tax treatment, and income-planning considerations.

Financial Advisors & Wealth Platforms

  • Model Construction – turnkey or white-label CEF/BDC model portfolios tailored to firm guidelines.
  • Due-Diligence Support – written memos, peer comparisons, and manager Q&A to streamline IC review.
  • Practice-Wide Data Feeds – discounts, yields, leverage, and sector weights via spreadsheet or API for proposals and reporting.

Institutional Investors & Asset Allocators

  • Custom Research Mandates – factor studies, scenarios, and back-tests using multi-decade datasets.
  • Index & Benchmark Design – rules-based or thematic indexes for performance measurement or product development.
  • Execution Consulting – liquidity assessment and trade-implementation guidance for larger allocations.

Fund Sponsors & Management Teams

  • Peer & Valuation Dashboards – monitor discounts, filings, and liquidity versus comparable funds.
  • Product-Development Input – market-gap analysis and investor-preference polling for new-fund concepts.
  • IR & Transparency Tools – custom dashboards, factsheets, and data modules for shareholder communications.

Service Providers (Legal, Audit, Admin, FinTech)

  • Regulatory Trend Reports – leverage, fee, and governance statistics across the universe for compliance or audit review.
  • Data Licensing & Integration – enterprise access to CEFData® fields for internal platforms.
  • Subject-Matter Briefings – educational sessions for teams requiring deeper understanding of fund mechanics.

Engagement Process

Email sales@cefadvisors.com or call +1-800-356-3508 to discuss how our research and data services can support your goals. Sample work products and NDAs are available upon request.

CEF Advisors, Inc. is a registered investment advisor. Consulting and data services are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute individualized investment, legal, or tax advice, nor an offer to buy or sell any security. Engagements are delivered under a written agreement that defines scope and compensation. Data is obtained from sources believed reliable; accuracy, completeness, and timeliness are not guaranteed and may change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investments involve risk, including the possible loss of principal.

DISCLOSURES:

CEFData.com provides data and information on closed-end funds (CEFs), business development companies (BDCs), interval funds, tender offer funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and London-listed closed-end funds. CEFData.com is an information service provided by CEF Advisors, Inc., a registered investment advisor. The data and materials presented are for informational purposes only, are not intended to be relied upon as investment advice or recommendations, and do not constitute a solicitation to buy or sell any security. This information should not be considered specific legal, investment, or tax advice. Investors should consult each fund’s sponsor for detailed, fund-specific risk disclosures and/or seek the guidance of a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

NOTES: Distribution type is sourced from CEFData.com. For specific information about a fund's distribution sources, please visit the fund sponsor's website.

The following applies to CEFs, BDCs, interval funds, tender offer funds, ETFs, and London-listed CEFs: Fund shares are not guaranteed or endorsed by any bank or insured depository institution and are not federally insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). These securities involve investment risks, including the possible loss of principal. There can be no assurance that a fund’s investment objectives will be achieved. Many closed-end funds and similar exchange traded vehicles frequently trade at a discount or premium to their net asset value (NAV). NAV returns are net of fund expenses and assume reinvestment of distributions.

Performance information, if presented, is for illustrative purposes only. Actual client returns may differ based on individual account holdings, timing, fees, and other factors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. All investments involve risk, including the risk of loss.Data is obtained from sources believed to be reliable; however, accuracy, completeness, and timeliness cannot be guaranteed. Information may change without notice, and CEF Advisors is under no obligation to update such information. Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience only, and CEF Advisors does not control or guarantee the accuracy or relevance of information on third-party sites. This material is presented for informational purposes only. Under no circumstances should it be considered an offer to sell, or a solicitation to buy, any investment product.

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