MainStay CBRE Global Infrastructure Megatrends Fund(MEGI)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.31
09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MEGI

09/28/2026: MEGI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

MainStay CBRE Global Infrastructure Megatrends Fund (MEGI) is a closed-end investment fund that provides exposure to essential infrastructure assets centered on digital, logistics, and energy transition themes. Its strength lies in its specialized management by CBRE, which targets long-term secular growth trends rather than traditional passive utility exposure. The primary investment opportunity is the global push for modernization in data centers and grids, offering potential for both steady income and capital growth. Risks include sensitivity to interest rates, closed-end fund volatility, and leverage-related costs. This fund may suit income-focused investors looking for thematic exposure; however, they should monitor the fund’s market price discount relative to its net asset value.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe fund offers exposure to secular infrastructure growth, but the closed-end structure may limit typical growth stock velocity.
Momentum investorWeak fitInfrastructure is generally a slow-moving, long-cycle asset class not suited for short-term momentum strategies.
Value investorStrong fitThe fund is often attractive when trading at a significant discount to its NAV, providing a value-based entry point.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe fund is structured to provide consistent monthly income distributions, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile infrastructure is defensive, the use of leverage and closed-end fund volatility adds risk compared to standard utility ETFs.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highAs a closed-end fund, the market price can deviate significantly from the underlying NAV.
Valuation riskMediumChanges in market sentiment toward infrastructure stocks can cause rapid adjustments in fund pricing.
Competition riskMediumCompeting with larger, more established infrastructure funds like UTF can limit liquidity.
Business qualityStrongThe fund holds high-quality, essential infrastructure assets which typically provide stable cash flows.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividends are dependent on the underlying portfolio performance and the sustainability of corporate payouts.
Execution riskMediumSuccess relies on the sub-adviser's ability to accurately identify infrastructure megatrends.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 39.39%
Avg. Invested days 75
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
MEGI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MEGI has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with strong financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+76.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 28.9%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+5.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MEGI's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 90.1% and operating margin of 153.6%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 5-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is MEGI's strongest growth driver at +76.6% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+5.0%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (-62.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 71.8% and approximately 0.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 7.29% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MEGI generates approximately $901 of gross profit, $1,536 of operating income, and $289 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins and moderate cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MEGI has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 707.85M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.39
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 4.39
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 130.7K shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 12.28 - 15.28
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.28 - 15.28
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.1

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment PortfolioEquities of global infrastructure firms in energy, digital, and logistics sectors.The fund makes money by collecting dividends from infrastructure stocks and through potential capital appreciation of those stocks.
Geography ExposureDiversified investments across North America, Europe, and developed Asia-Pacific markets.Your returns are dependent on the global economic health of major infrastructure markets.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 4.39
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.46
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.46
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.88
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 52.05M
Shares Floating -
Shares Outstanding 52.05M
Shares Floating -
Percent Insiders 7.29
Percent Institutions 71.78

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About MainStay CBRE Global Infrastructure Megatrends Fund

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-10-27
CEO -
Sector Financial Services
Industry Asset Management
Full time employees -
Website
Full time employees -
Website

NYLI CBRE Global Infrastructure Megatrends Term Fund is headquartered in New York, New York.