DFP
Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income FundDFP
DFP
About: Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund Inc is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to seek total return, with an emphasis on high current income.
0
Funds holding %
of 7,425 funds
–
Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
111% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 19 | Existing positions closed: 9
53% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 26 | Existing positions reduced: 17
11% more funds holding
Funds holding: 66 [Q3] → 73 (+7) [Q4]
0.65% more ownership
Funds ownership: 23.76% [Q3] → 24.41% (+0.65%) [Q4]
0% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $102M [Q3] → $102M (-$456K) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for DFP.
Financial journalist opinion
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
DFP: Solid Fund But Wrong Time For Entry
Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund offers attractive total returns from a diverse portfolio of preferred investments, with a focus on qualified dividends. DFP has shown a 15.2% total return over the past year, despite market volatility and interest rate sensitivity, making it appealing for income investors. The fund's significant leverage and high exposure to financial sectors pose risks in a high-interest-rate environment, suggesting caution before entry.
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce Dividends for May, June and July
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Directors of Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFD), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Opportunity Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFO), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FFC), Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FLC) and Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: DFP) today announced that they have d.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
DFP: Hard To Make A Case For This Preferred Fund
The Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund has underperformed recently, delivering a 2.53% total loss over the past three years. The fund's current yield of 6.72% is lower than its peers, making it less attractive for income-seeking investors. Despite its recent poor performance, the fund's current distribution appears sustainable, and it trades at a 7.51% discount to net asset value.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
2 Big Dividend Opportunities From Preferred Stocks
Stop hiding from the storms of life; dance in the rain of income pouring into your account. I don't let the market control my outlook; I plan to leverage the market for my benefit. You can tap the market's income stream and unlock massive rewards.
Neutral
Business Wire
3 months ago
PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce February, March and April Dividends
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Directors of Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFD), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Opportunity Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFO), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FFC), Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FLC) and Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: DFP) today announced that they have d.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 months ago
Make Money While You Sleep, 2 Top Dividends For A Retirement Dream
A fearful market throws lemons; I am sipping lemonade. Fixed income presents attractive bargains, providing the dual benefits of high yields and improved portfolio defense. We are loading up on these discounted CEFs offering yields of up to 10%.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 months ago
Preferred Income CEFs: Five From Flaherty & Crumrine; Which One Is Best?
Preferred securities have shown strong performance in 2024, offering high yields and potential tax advantages, making them attractive for income-focused investors. Flaherty & Crumrine's CEFs, particularly DFP and FLC, provide compelling opportunities with yields around 7% and significant discounts to NAV. DFP, with a 9% five-year total return, and FLC, with a slightly higher recent return, are top picks for long-term total returns.
Neutral
Business Wire
4 months ago
PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce Special Year-End Distributions and December and January Dividends
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Directors of Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFD), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Opportunity Fund Incorporated (NYSE: PFO), Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FFC), Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Incorporated (NYSE: FLC) and Flaherty & Crumrine Dynamic Preferred and Income Fund Incorporated (NYSE: DFP) today announced that they have d.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
CEFs Are Crushing It: How To Ride The 2024 Wave
Closed-End funds have been a source of significant upside and income in 2024. We have seen numerous distribution increases along with prices climbing. We look into the dynamics that have driven this strength.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
I'm Surrounded By The Great Wall Of Income: Up To 7% Yields
Great yields not only provide recurring income but also protection from the storms of life. Money doesn't solve life's problems, but it can make solutions easier to find. Diligence is a key characteristic of an income investor.
Charts implemented using Lightweight Charts™