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Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / May 29, 2026 / On May 29, 2026, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.20 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2026. The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder.
An attractive current yield, consistent dividend growth, and a monthly payout cadence make for an ideal passive income machine for retirement. I detail 2 of my favorite monthly paying dividend growth machines that combine attractive yields with consistently strong dividend growth. I share why they are also attractive in combination, as well as the risks to keep in mind.
Most dividend ETF investors struggle to balance growth and diversification with generating sufficient yield to retire on dividends. I detail a 4 ETF combination that generates a 6%+ weighted average yield, along with significant diversification and dividend growth. I also share some of the risks involved in this portfolio construction.
The Reaves Utility Income Fund is an aggressive, actively managed fund that is focused on key companies set to benefit from rising electricity demand. The portfolio selection coincides with my top sector picks, and the bottom analysis points to over 12% upside with a 5% distribution yield. Leverage and stock selection have produced returns above market and peer returns.
Reaves Utility Income Trust now straddles an uneasy middle ground between income and growth, lacking compelling yield or clear earnings upside. Recent outperformance was driven by AI-linked merchant power names, increasing portfolio concentration, and exposure to growth-like drawdowns. UTG's top 10 holdings comprise half its portfolio, amplifying risk, especially with 18% leverage and heavy reliance on AI and power demand narratives.
Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / On April 30, 2026, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.20 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 17, 2026. The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder.
Since my November 2025 analysis, both UTG and UTF have significantly outperformed the S&P 500, delivering robust double-digit returns. The Utilities sector has transformed from a mere 'bond proxy' into a critical component of the AI infrastructure ecosystem. Global trade protectionism and U.S. re-industrialization are creating new demand nodes, placing significant additional strain on the power grid.
The market environment is challenging, to say the least. We discuss how one should invest in today's market. The article presents five different investment strategies, including a fixed-income strategy, high-income strategy, sleep-well-at-night strategy, growth-focused strategy, and the Near-Perfect Portfolio strategy. Selecting a strategy aligned with personal risk tolerance and sticking to it through cycles is critical for long-term success.
Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSEAMERICAN:UTG - Get Free Report) passed above its 50-day moving average during trading on Thursday. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $40.61 and traded as high as $42.28. Reaves Utility Income Fund shares last traded at $42.14, with a volume of 206,402 shares trading hands. Reaves Utility Income
Utility and energy-focused infrastructure funds are benefiting from AI-driven power demand, leading to strong performance. Today, we're taking a fresh look at the space, looking at key metrics to determine some potential ideas. Diversifying across discounted infrastructure CEFs provides both income and potential upside as AI demand sustains sector momentum and discounts may narrow.
Unite Group PLC (LSE:UTG) has stepped up its disposal programme as it refocuses its portfolio in line with its capital allocation framework. In a first-quarter trading update, the owner, manager and developer of student accommodation in the UK said 74% of beds are now reserved for the 2026/27 academic year.
DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) announced today the next three, monthly, distributions at a rate of $0.20 per common share per month, unchanged from the per share rate paid for the previous quarter. As of April 1, 2026, the Fund's market price was $39.77 per share and its net asset value was $39.62 per share.
The higher yields we choose, the more risks we introduce in our portfolios. Usually, the double-digit level is the tipping point from which the risks start to increase exponentially. The 14%+ yielding zone is very dangerous (packed with many landmines and only few areas of safety).
Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / March 31, 2026 / On March 31, 2026, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.20 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 18, 2026. The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder.
This 7-fund, all-funds portfolio targets a ~8% income yield and market-matching growth with passive, diversified exposure across equities, bonds, energy, utilities, and real estate. The portfolio has delivered a trailing 12-month yield on cost of 9.42% and an annualized return (CAGR) of 14.67%, outperforming the S&P500 with 20% lower volatility. This strategy is designed for retirees seeking high, consistent income and reduced volatility without sacrificing long-term growth potential.
Reaves Utility Income Fund delivers a 6.2% yield, but 86% of distributions stem from capital gains, not recurring utility income. UTG operates as a leveraged equity strategy focused on AI-driven utilities and infrastructure, with 24.8% leverage amplifying both returns and risk. Recent NAV growth (+27% YoY) is tied to concentrated bets on power producers benefiting from AI/data center electricity demand, not traditional utility defensiveness.
Reaves Utility Income Fund remains a buy, offering a 6.2% yield and direct exposure to utility companies poised to benefit from AI-driven data center growth. UTG trades at a 0.92% premium to NAV, slightly above its five-year average, but its active management and top-heavy portfolio have outperformed peers. Growth catalysts include rising AI power demand, with holdings like TLN, ETR, VST, and EQIX forecasting robust earnings and revenue growth tied to data centers.
I highlight five additional CEFs—BIT, BME, BST, BUI, and GLU—that have never cut distributions for at least a decade, offering high-yield, monthly income. BIT yields nearly 12% at a -6.8% discount, but declining earnings coverage and rising ROC signal caution on distribution sustainability. BME, BST, and BUI trade at discounts and have recently increased distributions, with BST delivering an 18% 10-year total return at market price.
Discover two high-yielding securities that offer a powerful combination of current income and long-term inflation protection. Learn why these specific investments are uniquely positioned to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Explore the robust distribution growth and defensive characteristics that make these "money machines" ideal for early retirees.
Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund and six other CEFs have never cut distributions since inception, providing reliable monthly income for compounding portfolios. PIMCO funds PDI and PCN, along with utility-focused UTG and DNP, have weathered major market downturns while maintaining or increasing distributions. Healthcare CEFs THW and THQ offer double-digit yields and have preserved or raised distributions for at least a decade, supporting steady income streams.
