Nuveen Real Asset Income & Growth Fund

JRI

Market cap $355M

Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund remains rated Hold, given its focus on high-yield income and real asset exposure. JRI trades at a 4.77% discount to NAV, but this is less attractive than its three-year average discount of 7.23%. While JRI benefits from AI-driven infrastructure growth, its income-first strategy forces it to sell upside, limiting NAV appreciation.

Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund completed an oversubscribed 1-for-4 rights offering at $12.40 per share, raising approximately $108.5 million. The rights offering led to a 31.25% increase in share count and a NAV/share hit of -2.38% for existing holders. JRI's premium triggered the offering, but post-announcement discount widening made the event dilutive, reinforcing tactical "sell and rebuy" strategies.

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund (NYSE: JRI) (the “Fund”) today announced the preliminary results of its transferable rights offering (the “Offer”) which expired at 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, on March 9, 2026 (the “Expiration Date”). The Offer entitled the rights holders to subscribe for an aggregate of up to an additional 7,000,000 common shares of the Fund (“Common Shares”). The Board has also approved a secondary over-subscription, whereby the Fund is authoriz.

The article presents a rigorously screened list of 10 top closed-end funds, or CEFs, for income investors, offering an average 9.7% yield and -10% 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.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund (NYSE: JRI) has declared its regular monthly distribution with a record date of March 2, 2026, payable April 1, 2026. As previously announced, the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) has approved the terms of the issuance of transferable rights (“Rights”) to the holders of the Fund's common shares (par value $.01 per share) (“Common Shares”) as of February 6, 2026 (the “Record Date”). The Rights offering will expire at 5:00 p.m.

Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund remains a Buy, with a -7% discount to NAV and a 12.2% yield following a recent rights offering. JRI's NAV continues to rise in early 2026, supported by strong real asset exposure and a diversified portfolio across equities and debt. The rights offering enables existing shareholders to acquire shares below market price, potentially lowering cost basis and enhancing tax efficiency.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund (NYSE: JRI) today announced that its Board of Trustees (the “Board”) has approved the terms of the issuance of transferable rights (“Rights”) to the holders of the Fund's common shares (par value $.01 per share) (“Common Shares”) as of February 6, 2026 (the “Record Date”). Holders of Rights will be entitled to subscribe for additional Common Shares (the “Offer”) at a subscription price that is expected to represent a discount to.

Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund is maintained at a hold rating due to variable earnings and premium NAV valuation. JRI offers an 11.7% yield with global real asset exposure, but payout sustainability remains questionable given inconsistent earnings coverage. The fund's aggressive 31.8% leverage and high allocation to rate-sensitive sectors heighten risk in a higher interest rate environment.

Nuveen Real Asset Income and Growth Fund offers diversified exposure to real assets, with a robust 11.2% forward yield and monthly distributions. JRI employs a multi-asset strategy across equities, preferreds, and high-yield debt, benefiting from potential interest rate easing and broad sector diversification. The fund's high expense ratio is offset by its appealing distribution growth, tax-advantaged structure, and potential for durable income in a lower-rate environment.