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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: KYN (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 62 days. Profits (0.82%). Updated daily EoD!
1 Year Target Price $33
1 Year Target Price $33
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 44.09% | Avg. Invested days 79 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.09B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 3.86 | 1Y Target Price 33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 3.86 | 1Y Target Price 33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.93 | 52 Weeks Range 9.50 - 13.04 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.50 - 13.04 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 7.77% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.2 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-25 | When - | Estimate - | Actual -0.57 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 626.35% | Operating Margin (TTM) 42.39% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.79% | Return on Equity (TTM) 25.16% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 3.86 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 2525999616 | Price to Sales(TTM) 24.23 |
Enterprise Value 2525999616 | Price to Sales(TTM) 24.23 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 169126000 | Shares Floating - |
Shares Outstanding 169126000 | Shares Floating - | ||
Percent Insiders 0.98 | Percent Institutions 31.07 |
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Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Closed Fund
Company Overview
History and Background
Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Closed Fund (KYN) was founded to provide a high level of total return by investing primarily in master limited partnerships (MLPs) and related securities in the energy sector. It has evolved to focus on energy infrastructure companies.
Core Business Areas
- Investment Management: KYN operates as a closed-end investment fund, managing a portfolio of energy-related MLPs and other energy infrastructure companies.
Leadership and Structure
The fund is managed by Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P. The leadership team includes experienced professionals in the energy and investment management industries.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- MLP Investments: KYN's primary offering is its investment portfolio of MLPs, which provides investors with exposure to energy infrastructure assets and income. Market share data is not directly applicable to a closed-end fund in the same way as an operating company, as it manages a portfolio. Competitors include other closed-end funds and ETFs focusing on MLPs like First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund (FEN) and ALPS Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy infrastructure industry, particularly MLPs, is influenced by energy prices, regulatory changes, and infrastructure development. The industry is cyclical and sensitive to economic conditions.
Positioning
KYN is positioned as a vehicle for investors seeking income and exposure to the energy infrastructure sector through MLPs. It aims to provide higher yields compared to broader market investments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is the overall market capitalization of publicly traded MLPs and energy infrastructure companies. KYN is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its investment strategy.
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Strengths
- Experienced management team
- High dividend yield
- Exposure to essential energy infrastructure assets
- Established track record
Weaknesses
- High expense ratio
- Leverage increases risk
- Concentration in the energy sector
- Discount to net asset value (NAV)
Opportunities
- Increased demand for energy infrastructure
- Rising energy prices
- Strategic acquisitions
- Growing investor interest in income-generating assets
Threats
- Regulatory changes affecting MLPs
- Volatile energy prices
- Rising interest rates
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- FEN
- AMLP
- SRV
- MLPX
- EMLP
Competitive Landscape
KYN competes with other closed-end funds and ETFs focusing on MLPs. Its advantages include its experienced management team and established track record. Disadvantages include its higher expense ratio and discount to NAV. Market share for closed end funds is not the correct metric and would be replaced by Assets Under Management (AUM) which is dependent on the current valuation of the portfolio of assets, therefore is not a set market share.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth is dependent on the performance of the MLP sector and KYN's ability to generate income and capital appreciation.
Future Projections: Future projections are influenced by energy market trends and the fund's investment strategy. Analyst estimates are unavailable at this time.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include portfolio adjustments, expense management efforts, and strategic acquisitions or divestitures within its portfolio holdings. Specific data unavailable.
Summary
Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Closed Fund offers a high income stream through investments in energy infrastructure MLPs, managed by an experienced team. However, its high expense ratio, leverage, and concentration in the energy sector create risk. Future performance is tied to energy market conditions, so diversification and cost management are key. The discount to NAV must be monitored for improvement.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Investment Research Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data for closed-end funds is complex and more correctly should be expressed as AUM. The market share values are estimated.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Closed Fund
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2004-09-28 | Chairman, President, CEO & Portfolio Manager Mr. James Charles Baker Jr. | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Asset Management | Full time employees - | |
Full time employees - |
Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Company is a closed ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by KA Fund Advisors, LLC. It is co-managed by Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P. The fund invests in the public equity markets of the United States. It invests in stocks of companies operating in the energy sector. The fund primarily invests in energy-related master limited partnerships. Kayne Anderson MLP Investment Company was formed on June 4, 2004 and is domiciled in the United States.

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