RiverNorth Managed Duration Municipal Income Fund Inc(RMM)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.47
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RMM

11/09/2026: RMM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

RiverNorth Managed Duration Municipal Income Fund Inc is a closed-end fund designed to generate tax-exempt income by investing in a portfolio of municipal bonds. Its primary strength lies in its active duration management, which allows the fund to adapt to interest rate fluctuations that often challenge static bond portfolios. The investment story centers on capturing reliable, tax-advantaged monthly distributions for income-oriented investors. Key risks include exposure to interest rate volatility, the inherent discount risk common in closed-end funds, and potential regulatory shifts affecting municipal tax benefits. This stock is best suited for income-focused investors, who should monitor interest rate trends and the fund's premium-to-NAV relationship.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThis fund is primarily focused on income generation rather than capital appreciation.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum may be relevant during specific interest rate cycles, but is not the primary driver of this fund's strategy.
Value investorStrong fitThe fund may offer value when its market price trades at a significant discount to its net asset value.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe fund is specifically designed to provide regular, tax-advantaged monthly income to investors.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile municipal bonds are generally lower risk, the closed-end structure and duration management can introduce price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe market price of the fund shares can fluctuate independently of the underlying NAV, causing potential short-term loss.
Valuation riskMediumBuying shares at a premium to NAV may negatively impact long-term total return.
Competition risk (municipal CEF peers)MediumThe availability of lower-cost alternatives like ETFs could pressure the fund's ability to attract capital.
Business qualityMediumThe fund's success is heavily tied to the quality of the underlying municipal bonds and the manager's ability to trade effectively.
Dividend incomeMediumDistribution levels depend on the income generated by the portfolio and may be adjusted based on market conditions.
Execution riskMediumThe active management of duration requires accurate economic forecasting, which carries inherent error risk.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

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 -1.25%
Avg. Invested days 65
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
RMM 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

★★★★★
RMM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+360.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 36.1%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RMM's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 71.2% and operating margin of 163.1%. Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is RMM's strongest growth driver at +568.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+360.6%, strong) is also strong, while free-cash-flow growth (-76.4%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 19.9% (soft) and 0.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RMM generates approximately $712 of gross profit, $1,631 of operating income, and $361 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and moderate cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RMM 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 263.92M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 7.96
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 7.96
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 75.2K shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 12.07 - 14.70
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.07 - 14.70
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.68

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Investment Portfolio ManagementInterest income from municipal bonds and potential capital appreciation from active trading.The fund earns money by collecting tax-free interest from municipal bonds and occasionally selling bonds for a profit.

Valuation

Trailing PE 7.96
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.87
Enterprise Value -
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 13.68
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 19.74M
Shares Floating -
Shares Outstanding 19.74M
Shares Floating -
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 19.87

Financial Metrics

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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