Calamos Investments Updates on Closed-End Funds' Distributions
Chicago, IL, August 1, 2025 — Calamos Investments has recently announced the monthly distributions for its seven closed-end funds, designed to underscore their commitment to shareholders. This month marks another step in their ongoing distribution plans, which aim to offer regular income to investors.
The funds involved, all listed on the NASDAQ, include: CHI, CHY, CSQ, CGO, CHW, CCD, and CPZ. Each fund has a distinct inception date and focuses on specific investment strategies ranging from opportunities in convertible securities to high-income strategies.
Distribution Details
Here’s a breakdown of the distributions for each fund:
| Fund | Amount | Payable Date | Record Date | Ex-Dividend Date |
|---|
| -- | -- | -- | --- | ---- |
| CHI (Calamos Convertible Opportunities and Income Fund) | $0.0950 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CHY (Calamos Convertible and High Income Fund) | $0.1000 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CSQ (Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund) | $0.1025 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CGO (Calamos Global Total Return Fund) | $0.0800 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CHW (Calamos Global Dynamic Income Fund) | $0.0500 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CCD (Calamos Dynamic Convertible and Income Fund) | $0.1950 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
| CPZ (Calamos Long/Short Equity Dynamic Income Trust) | $0.1400 | 8/19/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/14/25 |
Sources of Distribution
Calamos Investments also shared insights on the sources of these distributions, indicative of the firm’s overall financial health. The following highlights the distribution components, reflecting year-to-date performance:
- - Ordinary Income: $0.0000 for each fund
- - Short-Term Capital Gains: Variably across funds, with the highest at $0.1950 for CCD
- - Return of Capital: Some funds like CHW included a return of capital, with $0.0459 attributed to it
These distributions allow shareholders to accumulate additional shares through an automatic reinvestment plan, enhancing their investment potential.
Managing Expectations
While these distributions provide a steady income stream, it’s essential for investors to note that past performance does not guarantee future results. The market price of the shares may fluctuate, and it could be either above or below the net asset value (NAV). This price volatility ensures that investment outcomes can vary significantly.
The statement from Calamos reminds shareholders that distributions exceeding income and capital gains may be classified as a return of capital, which is not the same as yield or income. This could affect the overall performance of the funds, and the actual amounts and sources for tax reporting will depend on the firm's ongoing investment activities throughout the fiscal year.
About Calamos Investments
Calamos Investments is recognized for its innovative investment strategies, catering to a diverse clientele that includes corporations, pension funds, and individual investors. Headquartered in the Chicago metropolitan area, the firm emphasizes alternatives, multi-asset, and conventional investment strategies through various vehicle offerings including mutual funds, closed-end funds, and ETFs.
For further details, investors are encouraged to visit the Calamos website or engage with their robust social media presence to stay updated.
In conclusion, August's distribution announcement from Calamos Investments marks another testament to their pursuit of shareholder value, ensuring that investors remain connected to their financial growth journeys. Shareholders are urged to review their positions and strategize accordingly as these funds continue to navigate the investment landscape efficiently.