Western Asset Muni High Income Stock Hits 52-Week High at $7.4

Published 13/02/2025, 15:46
Western Asset Muni High Income Stock Hits 52-Week High at $7.4

In a notable performance amidst fluctuating market conditions, Western Asset Muni High Income Fund Inc. (MHF) stock has reached a 52-week high, touching the $7.4 mark. With a market capitalization of $159.14 million and an attractive dividend yield of 5.57%, the fund has maintained consistent dividend payments for 37 consecutive years, according to InvestingPro data. This peak reflects a significant uptrend for the fund, which specializes in municipal bond investments. Over the past year, MHF has delivered a total return of 17.68%, indicating a robust recovery and a strong appetite among investors for income-generating assets. With a beta of 0.45 and historically low price volatility, the fund’s ability to reach this level demonstrates investor confidence and a positive outlook on the municipal bond market, as it continues to navigate through the economic landscape shaped by both fiscal policy and market demand. InvestingPro subscribers can access additional insights and metrics to better understand the fund’s positioning in today’s market.

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