ACP: Deteriorating Credit Market Decreases Appeal (Rating Downgrade)

The abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund is downgraded to a 'Sell' due to worsening NAV erosion and elevated downside risks. ACP's 17.5% dividend yield is unsustainable, with distributions exceeding earnings and 54% funded by return of capital year-to-date. Nearly 96% of the fund's portfolio is below investment grade, with short maturities and high leverage amplifying risk in a high-rate environment.