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Aberdeen Global IF Inc (FCO)

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$6.65
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Profit since last BUY14.85%
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08/28/2025: FCO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit -0.17%
Avg. Invested days 59
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 85.43M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.77
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 9.77
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.39
52 Weeks Range 5.30 - 6.61
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 5.30 - 6.61
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 13.23%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.65

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Profitability

Profit Margin 161.01%
Operating Margin (TTM) 80%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.77%
Return on Equity (TTM) 17.67%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.77
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 107028368
Price to Sales(TTM) 15.91
Enterprise Value 107028368
Price to Sales(TTM) 15.91
Enterprise Value to Revenue 11.38
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 13454300
Shares Floating -
Shares Outstanding 13454300
Shares Floating -
Percent Insiders 0.01
Percent Institutions 3.08

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Aberdeen Global IF Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Aberdeen Global Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: AWF) is a closed-end fund. It was formerly known as Aberdeen Income Fund, Inc. The fund was founded in 1992 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It primarily invests in global fixed-income securities.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Fixed Income Investments: The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of global fixed income securities, including government, corporate, and mortgage-backed securities. It seeks to generate income and capital appreciation.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The fund is managed by Aberdeen Standard Investments. Details on specific leadership team member names are publicly available through Aberdeen Standard Investments' website or SEC filings. It operates under a closed-end fund structure.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Global Fixed Income Fund: AWF is a closed-end fund focused on global fixed income. Market share is relative to other closed-end funds in the global fixed income category. Competition includes other closed-end funds with similar investment strategies (see 'Competitors' section below). Specific market share data is typically derived from fund assets under management (AUM) relative to the total AUM of similar funds.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The global fixed income market is influenced by interest rates, inflation, economic growth, and geopolitical events. Demand for fixed income is driven by investors seeking income and capital preservation.

Positioning

AWF positions itself as a global fixed income provider, offering diversification and access to different regions and sectors. Its competitive advantage lies in its global reach and expertise in fixed income investing.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for global fixed income is in the trillions of dollars. AWF captures a small portion of this TAM through its closed-end fund structure. Positioning depends on investor preferences for active management and global diversification.

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Strengths

  • Experienced investment team
  • Global diversification
  • Closed-end fund structure potentially allowing for higher yields

Weaknesses

  • Management fees
  • Market volatility can impact performance
  • Closed-end fund structure can lead to discount to net asset value (NAV)

Opportunities

  • Rising interest rates creating higher yields
  • Increased demand for global diversification
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand investment capabilities

Threats

  • Economic downturn impacting credit quality
  • Interest rate risk
  • Competition from other fixed income funds and ETFs

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PIMCO Global StocksPLUS & Income Fund (PGP)
  • BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (BOE)
  • Nuveen Global High Income Fund (JGH)

Competitive Landscape

AWF competes with other closed-end funds and ETFs in the global fixed income space. Its strengths include its experienced management team and global reach. Its weaknesses include management fees and the potential for a discount to NAV.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Analyze historical growth in AUM, NAV, and dividend payouts.

Future Projections: Base future growth projections on analyst estimates for global fixed income markets and AWF's ability to attract and retain assets.

Recent Initiatives: Monitor any new investment strategies, partnerships, or acquisitions undertaken by AWF.

Summary

Aberdeen Global IF Inc. (AWF) is a closed-end fund focused on global fixed income, facing competition from other similar funds. While the company has an experienced team and a global reach that could be strengths, management fees and volatility are always a concern. The company must continually evaluate and adapt its investment strategies. An increasing demand for global diversification is a good sign, but interest rate risk is always looming.

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  • Company SEC Filings (e.g., 10-K, 10-Q)
  • Financial News Outlets (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters)
  • Fund Fact Sheets and Prospectuses
  • Analyst Reports

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial advisor. Market data and financial information are subject to change.

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About Aberdeen Global IF Inc

Exchange NYSE MKT
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 1992-03-12
VP, Interested Director, CEO of Aberdeen Asset Mgmt PLC & President of Aberdeen Asset Mgmt PLC Mr. Martin James Gilbert C.A., L.L.B., LLD, M.A., MA LLB LLD CA
Sector Financial Services
Industry Asset Management
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Abrdn Global Income Fund Inc is a closed-ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Aberdeen Standard Investments (Asia) Limited. It is co-managed by Aberdeen Standard Investments Australia Limited and Aberdeen Asset Managers Limited. The fund invests in fixed income markets across the globe. It primarily invests in fixed-income securities denominated in the Commonwealth currencies and global debt securities. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against a composite index comprised of 20% Bank of America Merrill Lynch Australian Government Bonds Index, 20% Bank of America Merrill Lynch UK Government Bonds Index, 15% Bank of America Merrill Lynch Canadian Government Bonds Index, 15% Bank of America Merrill Lynch New Zealand Government Bonds Index, and 30% Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Emerging Markets Index. Abrdn Global Income Fund Inc was formed on June 28, 1991 and is domiciled in the United States.