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Preferred Securities

Cohen & Steers Preferred Securities strategy seeks high income and capital preservation by investing in preferred issues that we believe are undervalued relative to their credit quality and other characteristics. Our investment team employs a value-oriented investment approach focused on credit quality and company fundamentals.

Investment Opportunity
Investors have the potential for above-average income from a portfolio that includes both traditional and hybrid preferred securities. We invest predominantly in fixed-rate U.S. dollar-denominated preferred securities across many sectors, which enhances the opportunities for diversification. Approximately 75% of the investments are investment grade, and we can customize portfolios to maximize tax efficiency.

Portfolio characteristics
  • Typically 50–80 holdings
  • Diversified by issuer, credits and sector
  • Maximum security weight of 5%

    Team
    Our preferred securities team of four investment professionals and a dedicated trader has an average of 11 years of experience. The team covers preferred securities, debt, convertible debt and convertible preferred securities, and draws on the firm's resources in listed infrastructure, global real estate and large cap value companies.

    Please consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of any Cohen & Steers fund carefully before investing. A prospectus containing this and other information can be viewed by clicking here or may be obtained by calling 800-330-7348. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. Cohen & Steers open-end funds are distributed by Cohen & Steers Securities, LLC.


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