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Investing Principles Issue #4: The Double-Edged Sword

In 1979, our founder, Thomas J. Herzfeld, wrote the first of 7 textbooks on the subject of
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In 1979, our founder, Thomas J. Herzfeld, wrote the first of 7 textbooks on the subject of closed-end fund investing.  As a result, he has since then been widely regarded as “The Father of Closed End Fund Investing” and the asset management firm he launched, Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (“Herzfeld Advisors”), remains a leading authority on CEFs to this day.  In honor of Mr. Herzfeld’s celebration of 50 years in the industry, we are launching a series of papers that look back at his original investment ideas and demonstrate how we continue to use those investment themes for the benefit of our clients to this day.  We hope you enjoy this series.  Of course, we are always happy to provide additional information on our services.

Contact us at info@herzfeld.com for more information.

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The Discount Perspective - June 2026
We’re pleased to share Herzfeld’s latest edition of The Discount Perspective, a new monthl
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We’re pleased to share Herzfeld’s latest edition of The Discount Perspective, a monthly update focused on discount and premium levels across the closed-end fund universe. Each edition highlights key trends we’re observing and provides context around how market dynamics are evolving.

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Investing Principles Issue #3: Knowing When to Exit
In 1979, our founder, Thomas J. Herzfeld, wrote the first of 7 textbooks on the subject of
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In 1979, our founder, Thomas J. Herzfeld, wrote the first of 7 textbooks on the subject of closed-end fund investing.  As a result, he has since then been widely regarded as “The Father of Closed End Fund Investing” and the asset management firm he launched, Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (“Herzfeld Advisors”), remains a leading authority on CEFs to this day.  In honor of Mr. Herzfeld’s celebration of 50 years in the industry, we are launching a series of papers that look back at his original investment ideas and demonstrate how we continue to use those investment themes for the benefit of our clients to this day.  We hope you enjoy this series.  Of course, we are always happy to provide additional information on our services.

Contact us at info@herzfeld.com for more information.

Industry Insights
5 min read
The Discount Perspective - April 2026
We’re pleased to share Herzfeld’s latest edition of The Discount Perspective, a new monthl
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We’re pleased to share Herzfeld’s latest edition of The Discount Perspective, a monthly update focused on discount and premium levels across the closed-end fund universe. Each edition highlights key trends we’re observing and provides context around how market dynamics are evolving.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q3/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-S...
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Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q3/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™ for four investment strategies.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q2/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-S...
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Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q2/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™ for three investment strategies.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q1/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-S...
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Morningstar Ratings™ are out for Q1/2025: Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc received 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™ for three investment strategies.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. is excited to announce it received four 5-Star Overal...
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Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. is excited to announce it received four 5-Star Overall Morningstar Ratings™ for the quarter ended December 31, 2024.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. is excited to announce it received four 5-Star Overal...
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Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. is excited to announce it received four 5-Star Overall Morningstar Ratings™ for the quarter ended June 30, 2024.

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★★★★★ 5-Star Overall Morningstar Rating™
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Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. is excited to announce it received four 5-Star Overall Morningstar Ratings™ for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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