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AEF

abrdn Emerging Markets Equity Income Fund

AEF

Market cap $385M

9.49 USD

-0.20

2.06%

At close Updated Sep 15, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-2.06%

5 days

-4.72%

1 month

0.74%

3 months

-5.29%

6 months

23.09%

Year to date

33.1%

1 year

46.22%

5 years

8.83%

10 years

53.06%

About: ABERDEEN EMERGING MARKETS EQUITY INCOME FUND, INC. is a non-diversified closed-end, management investment company. Its investment objective is to seek to provide both current income and long-term capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests a majority of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in emerging markets (excluding China) equity securities. The performance of the fund is measured against the MSCI Emerging Markets ex-China Index. Its investment portfolio consists of equity securities from emerging market companies (excluding China), spanning multiple sectors such as Information Technology, Financials, Industrials, Consumer Discretionary, Real Estate, and others.

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Certain Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The following abrdn U.S. Closed-End Funds (NYSE: AGD, AOD, ASGI, MFM, MGF, MIN, MMT and NYSE American: AEF) announced today that the closed-end funds in the chart directly below will pay the distributions indicated on a per-share basis on September 30, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of September 22, 2026 (ex-dividend date: September 22, 2026).

Certain Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

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

The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 10% yield and nearly 5% 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% (August 2026)

AEF: Strong Results, Still Trading At A Deep Discount, But I'll Pass

The abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund delivered outsized returns over the last year, driven by a rather concentrated portfolio. AEF trades at a -10.63% discount to NAV and offers a 10.72% yield, but its discount is not unusually wide versus history. The fund's managed 10% NAV distribution policy means payouts rise or fall with portfolio performance, highly dependent on its top three concentrated holdings.

AEF: Strong Results, Still Trading At A Deep Discount, But I'll Pass

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)

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

The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 9.8% plus yield and nearly 7.5% 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% (June 2026)

Certain Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

PHILADELPHIA, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The following abrdn U.S. Closed-End Funds (NYSE: ACP, AGD, AOD, ASGI, AWP, THQ, THW and NYSE American: AEF, FAX, VFL), announced today that the closed end funds in the chart directly below will pay the distributions indicated on a per share basis on June 30, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of June 23, 2026 (ex-dividend date June 23, 2026). Please note that for the June 30, 2026 distribution for VFL, the distribution will be paid entirely in cash; no dividend reinvestment option will be available.

Certain Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

AEF: Profit From The AI Spending Binge With This Emerging Market Fund

The abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund offers targeted exposure to high-growth emerging markets, excluding China, with a focus on Taiwan, South Korea, and India. AEF benefits from substantial positions in TSM, Samsung, and SK hynix, capturing the AI-driven semiconductor boom and robust capital gains. Despite an 8.86% distribution yield, AEF's income is variable and primarily funded by capital gains, making it better suited for reinvestment than stable income.

AEF: Profit From The AI Spending Binge With This Emerging Market Fund

Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

PHILADELPHIA, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The following abrdn U.S. Closed-End Funds (NYSE: ACP, AGD, AOD, ASGI, AWP, THQ, THW and NYSE American: AEF, FAX, FCO, VFL), announced today that the closed end funds in the chart directly below will pay the distributions indicated on a per share basis on March 31, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of March 24, 2026 (ex-dividend date March 24, 2026). Ticker Exchange Fund Amount ACP NYSE abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund $ 0.0775 AEF NYSE American abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund, Inc. $ 0.2100 AGD NYSE abrdn Global Dynamic Dividend Fund $ 0.1200 AOD NYSE abrdn Total Dynamic Dividend Fund $ 0.1100 ASGI NYSE abrdn Global Infrastructure Income Fund $ 0.2300 AWP NYSE abrdn Global Premier Properties Fund $ 0.1200 FAX NYSE American abrdn Asia-Pacific Income Fund, Inc. $ 0.1650 FCO NYSE American abrdn Global Income Fund, Inc. $ 0.0700 THQ NYSE abrdn Healthcare Opportunities Fund $ 0.1800 THW NYSE abrdn World Healthcare Fund $ 0.1167 VFL NYSE American abrdn National Municipal Income Fund $ 0.0500 At the end of each calendar year, a Form 1099-DIV will be sent to shareholders, which will state the amount and composition of each fund's distributions and provide information with respect to their appropriate tax treatment for the prior calendar year.

Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds Declare Distribution Dates and Amounts

AEF Launches Commercial Advisory Board to Drive Project Development in Australia and North America

AEF launches expert Advisory Board to accelerate its battery materials strategy. Chair and US specialty-chemical executive appointed; further members to follow as projects advance.

AEF Launches Commercial Advisory Board to Drive Project Development in Australia and North America

AEF: Emerging Market Ex-China Exposure With 9% Yield And 10% Discount

abrdn Emerging Markets ex-China Fund offers diversified emerging market equity exposure, excluding China, with a forward yield of 9.11% and a -10.3% discount. The fund is concentrated in Taiwan, India, and South Korea (66% of assets) and uses moderate leverage, with top holdings like TSMC at 16%. AEF has a mixed performance record but delivered a strong 50% return in 2025, outperforming the S&P 500. Its managed distribution policy now pays out 10% of NAV yearly, raising some sustainability concerns.

AEF: Emerging Market Ex-China Exposure With 9% Yield And 10% Discount

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