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Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund

FFC

Market cap $714M

14.82 USD

+0.12

0.82%

At close Updated Oct 29, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

0.82%

5 days

3.06%

1 month

-1.66%

3 months

-6.97%

6 months

-7.89%

Year to date

-10.83%

1 year

-11.79%

5 years

-34.07%

10 years

-26.74%

About: Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund Incorporated is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. The fund's investment objective is to provide its common shareholders with high current income consistent with the preservation of capital. It invests in a diversified portfolio of preferred securities.

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PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce Dividends for November

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.

PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce Dividends for November

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, October 2026: PIMCO Funds Fill The Yield List

Our Triple-Factor screen identifies closed-end funds combining a yield above 6.5%, distribution coverage above 90%, and a discount to NAV, using data as of the close of October 9, 2026. PIMCO funds take six of the top seven spots on the yield list, as several that traded at premiums until recently have slipped to discounts. Among our model portfolio holdings, DHF appears on all five lists, and HFRO again has the widest discount at -43.06%.

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, October 2026: PIMCO Funds Fill The Yield List

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, September 2026: HFRO's Discount Keeps Widening

Our Triple-Factor screen identifies closed-end funds combining a yield above 6.5%, distribution coverage above 90%, and a discount to NAV, screening over 400 CEFs as of the close of September 15, 2026. Portfolio holdings Highland Opportunities and Income (HFRO), BNY Mellon High Yield Strategies (DHF), PIMCO Dynamic Income Opportunities (PDO), and Blackstone Strategic Credit 2027 (BGB) all rank among this month's top lists. As a reminder, these top lists are meant to be preliminary shortlists for further research, and are not meant to be the final analysis for a buy or sell decision.

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, September 2026: HFRO's Discount Keeps Widening

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, August 2026: A Few Portfolio Holdings Stand Out

The Triple-Factor CEF screen systematically identifies funds with yields above 6.5%, coverage above 90%, and discounts to NAV for balanced income and value. BNY Mellon High Yield Strategies Fund and Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred Income Opp stand out for deep discounts, strong yields, and robust coverage. Negative z-scores highlight CEFs trading below historical valuation ranges, suggesting potential mean-reversion opportunities for sophisticated investors.

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, August 2026: A Few Portfolio Holdings Stand Out

FFC: Fully Covered Distribution And Rate Hikes Priced In

The Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred and Income Securities Fund offers a 7.56% yield, primarily through preferred stocks and hybrid fixed-income securities. FFC's performance has lagged peers over the past decade but improved recently, outperforming the American preferred stock index on a total return basis. The fund maintains a stable distribution, covered mainly by net investment income, with minimal reliance on capital gains or return of capital.

FFC: Fully Covered Distribution And Rate Hikes Priced In

PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce August, September and October 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.

PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce August, September and October Dividends

The Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, June 2026

The Triple-Factor CEF screen highlights funds with >6.5% yield, >90% coverage, and discounts to NAV, balancing income, sustainability, and value. Top candidates like VVR, BGX, and DHF offer double-digit discounts, strong coverage, and yields up to 11.6%, presenting potential for both income and capital appreciation. Negative z-scores across several funds indicate they are trading well below historical valuation ranges, suggesting possible mean reversion opportunities.

The Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, June 2026

How To Invest $100,000 Today: 5 Strategies For Success

The market environment is challenging, to say the least. We discuss how one should invest in today's market. The article presents five different investment strategies, including a fixed-income strategy, high-income strategy, sleep-well-at-night strategy, growth-focused strategy, and the Near-Perfect Portfolio strategy. Selecting a strategy aligned with personal risk tolerance and sticking to it through cycles is critical for long-term success.

How To Invest $100,000 Today: 5 Strategies For Success

PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce May, June and July 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.

PFD, PFO, FFC, FLC and DFP Announce May, June and July Dividends

FFC: Can Capitalize From Efficiency Of Banking In The Future, But Not Yet

Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred Securities Income Fund remains a hold, as high leverage and a challenging rate environment limit growth potential. FFC trades at a 10.06% discount to NAV, well above its five-year average, reflecting persistent headwinds rather than a clear value opportunity. Distributions are currently covered by earnings, but a sustained high-rate environment or debt market deterioration could force a dividend cut.

FFC: Can Capitalize From Efficiency Of Banking In The Future, But Not Yet

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