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Adams Diversified Equity Fund

ADX

Market cap $3.2B

25.65 USD

-0.15

0.58%

At close Updated Sep 14, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-0.58%

5 days

-1.61%

1 month

-2.43%

3 months

0.98%

6 months

13.8%

Year to date

10.32%

1 year

15.28%

5 years

26.23%

10 years

99.61%

About: Adams Diversified Equity Fund Inc is a diversified investment company. It is an internally managed closed-end fund whose investment objectives are the preservation of capital, the attainment of reasonable income from investments, and an opportunity for capital appreciation. It invests a majority of its assets in very liquid S&P 500 stocks, and has broad flexibility in the selection of stocks, but maintains a sector-neutral approach. The fund has a diversified equity portfolio that consists of securities of companies from energy, consumer staples, information technology, financials, and other sectors.

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Positive 42.1%

Neutral 52.6%

Negative 5.3%

My Income Portfolio: The Knight's Move

Inspired by the horse race in the 2026 Palio di Siena, I made a financial move that I hope will be just as clever as the knight's move in chess. I decided to close out two positions in my Cupolone portfolio that I wasn't entirely convinced about, raising cash to reinvest when the opportunity arises. The purpose of this move is to use this liquidity in securities with better overall NAV performance and a greater likelihood of long-term success.

My Income Portfolio: The Knight's Move

8-13% Yielding Funds To Buy To Potentially Beat The Market

Most publicly traded funds struggle to beat their benchmarks. However, there are some rare exceptions. We detail some that combine high yields with exemplary total return track records.

8-13% Yielding Funds To Buy To Potentially Beat The Market

ADX: The 8% Payout Is Not What Worries Me

Adams Diversified Equity Fund is rated HOLD due to a historically narrow 1.75% discount, limiting upside for new buyers. ADX's 2024 managed-distribution policy is supported by portfolio returns, with 91% of payouts from long-term capital gains and NAV rising despite distributions. The portfolio closely tracks the S&P 500 sector weights but is more actively managed, with 68.1% turnover and selective stock overweights.

ADX: The 8% Payout Is Not What Worries Me

How To Invest $100,000 In A Retiree's SWAN Income Portfolio

The bull market that started in 2022 still continues, making the market somewhat overvalued, and we recommend proven strategies over investing in what is popular. A SWAN (Sleep Well At Night) income portfolio aims for consistent income, growth, and lower volatility through diversification and strategic planning, especially suited for income investors and retirees. We provide a framework for a long-term portfolio with multiple buckets that is flexible to suit individual needs, limitations, and preferences.

How To Invest $100,000 In A Retiree's SWAN Income Portfolio

ADX: My Preferred Income Play In An Overpriced Market

Income investors tend to be underweight large-cap growth factor, including the lucrative AI world. One way this gets addressed is via covered call funds, which come with certain risks and negatives. ADX can offer a more complete solution.

ADX: My Preferred Income Play In An Overpriced Market

My Income Portfolio: The Music Of Dividends

A note is the basic element of musical language: each one represents a sound, and through their combination music takes shape. As with notes on a staff, infinite are the combinations of financial instruments through which investors' portfolios take shape. My current portfolio consists of 28 securities that play a music generated by the flow of dividends against the backdrop of a rising NAV for most of them.

My Income Portfolio: The Music Of Dividends

Stop Buying Junk: These 2 Quality Income Picks Pay 8% And 10%

Adams Diversified Equity Fund and Ares Capital Corp. stand out as high-quality income vehicles with strong track records and distinct risk profiles. ADX delivers an 8% annualized distribution from a diversified, actively managed large-cap equity portfolio, mainly funded by capital gains, with total returns beating the S&P 500. ARCC provides a stable 10% yield from private credit, supported by a diversified loan book, low non-accruals, and a 17-year record of stable or growing dividends.

Stop Buying Junk: These 2 Quality Income Picks Pay 8% And 10%

2 High-Yield Picks Built To Survive The AI Bubble

The risk of AI-driven correction is definitely material. However, stepping completely outside of the AI space might again turn out to be a costly move as it has been in the past couple of years. In this context, as an income investor, I like AI names (large-cap technology indices) that offer some downside protection.

2 High-Yield Picks Built To Survive The AI Bubble

10 Best CEFs This Month: Average Yield Of Near 10% (July 2026)

The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 10% plus yield and nearly 7.7% NAV discount. Selections emphasize sector diversification, long-term outperformance, sustainable distributions, and attractive valuations, with a focus on both equity and credit-oriented CEFs. CEFs are generally characterized by higher volatility and deeper drawdowns than the broader market. For these reasons, they are not suited for everyone.

10 Best CEFs This Month: Average Yield Of Near 10% (July 2026)

ADX: Your Grandfather's Fund Is Still Beating The Market

Adams Diversified Equity Fund has delivered exceptional long-term total returns, outperforming SPY since its inception, primarily through consistent distributions. ADX employs a managed distribution policy, paying 8% of NAV annually, ensuring transparency and aligning payouts with NAV performance rather than management discretion. The fund's discount to NAV has narrowed significantly, making current entry less attractive for value-seekers, though ADX remains a robust long-term holding.

ADX: Your Grandfather's Fund Is Still Beating The Market

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