WIW

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund

WIW

Market cap $546M

Overview Fund Activity

8.93 USD

+0.03

0.34%

At close Updated Sep 15, 9:56 AM EDT

1 day

0.34%

5 days

0.22%

1 month

1.82%

3 months

3.72%

6 months

2.41%

Year to date

7.72%

1 year

2.53%

5 years

-22.35%

10 years

-13.89%

About: Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities and Income Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective of the group is to provide current income for its shareholders. The secondary investment objective is capital appreciation with current income.

Financials Asset Management

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Funds holding %

of 7,463 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

21% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 34 | Existing positions reduced: 28

3% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $216M [Q1] → $222M (+$6.45M) [Q2]

0.14% less ownership

Funds ownership: 41.59% [Q1] → 41.46% (-0.14%) [Q2]

5% less funds holding

Funds holding: 95 [Q1] → 90 (-5) [Q2]

23% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 10 | Existing positions closed: 13

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 3 articles about WIW published over the past 30 days

CEF Weekly Review: High Tax-Exempt Distributions Are Starting To Normalize

We review the CEF market valuation and performance through the first week of September and highlight recent market action. CEF market action was mixed, with most sector NAVs rallying but discounts widening. Nuveen adjusted distributions across its tax-exempt CEF suite, with unleveraged muni funds seeing hikes and leveraged funds facing cuts, reflecting a trend toward normalized payouts.

CEF Weekly Review: High Tax-Exempt Distributions Are Starting To Normalize

WIW: Interest Rate Cuts Needed To Improve Dividend Coverage

WIW offers an attractive 8.3% dividend yield, supported by its consistent monthly distributions. The fund's strategy focuses on inflation-protected securities, providing a defensive approach in uncertain economic environments. Current valuation metrics suggest WIW is reasonably priced relative to its historical averages and peer group.

WIW: Interest Rate Cuts Needed To Improve Dividend Coverage

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related.

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related.

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

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Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related.

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

WIW: 8%-Plus Yield, 11% Discounted Inflation Protection

Western Asset Infl-Linked Opps & Inc Fd is a leveraged closed-end fund focused on inflation-linked securities, offering current income amid rising inflation forecasts for 2025. The WIW closed-end fund boasts an 8.77% yield, monthly dividends, and a history of dividend growth, with 100% of recent distributions covered by net investment income. WIW trades at an 11.46% discount to NAV, near its 5-year average, providing an attractive entry point for investors seeking inflation protection.

WIW: 8%-Plus Yield, 11% Discounted Inflation Protection

WIW: Inflation Bond CEF, 8.7% Distribution, -11.5% Discount To NAV

I rate Western Asset Infl-Linked Opps & Inc Fd a Buy for income-focused investors seeking an 8.74% yield and monthly distributions, trading at an 11.5% discount to NAV. The fund's high investment-grade credit quality, 30% leverage, and low turnover enhance its income potential and risk-adjusted returns. Strong Q1 2025 performance, diversified inflation-linked and emerging market holdings, and expected Fed rate cuts provide further upside.

WIW: Inflation Bond CEF, 8.7% Distribution, -11.5% Discount To NAV

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “The Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related.

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “The Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related.

Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

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