Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund: March 2026 Distribution Notification
On March 30, 2026, Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE: UTF) issued a notification to its shareholders concerning the distribution sources for the upcoming payment scheduled for March 31, 2026. The report outlines both the current monthly distributions and the cumulative distributions paid throughout the fiscal year to date.
Managed Distribution Policy Overview
In 2015, the Fund adopted a managed distribution policy, sanctioned by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This strategic move aims to optimize the Fund's long-term total return potential by offering consistent monthly distributions at a fixed rate per common share. This framework empowers the Fund with increased flexibility to generate long-term capital gains throughout the year and ensure these gains are regularly distributed to shareholders. However, it is essential to note that the Board of Directors reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate this policy at any time, which could impact the market price of the Fund's shares significantly.
Breakdown of Distribution Sources
The monthly distributions from the Fund may combine several components for federal income tax purposes, such as long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income, and/or return of capital. A return of capital indicates distributions that exceed net investment income and net realized capital gains, and these funds are sourced from the Fund's overall assets. It is crucial for shareholders to understand that a return of capital is not taxed directly but instead reduces the shareholder's tax basis in their Fund shares.
Particularly for investments in Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs), the distribution can derive from various sources including net investment income and returns of capital. Given these intricacies, the amount of monthly distributions is subject to variability based on portfolio shifts and market conditions.
Important Tax Reporting Information
Shareholders can expect real-time updates about the distribution sources each month by visiting cohenandsteers.com or receiving a notice via mail at the same time. However, some final tax characteristics may be subject to change at the fiscal year-end as they remain uncertain until the year's conclusion. Consequently, shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV post year-end, detailing how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Following is the estimated breakdown of the current distribution amounts and cumulative distributions paid to date:
| Source | Per Share Amount | % of Current Distribution | Per Share Amount YTD | % of 2026 Distributions |
|---|
| - | - | - | - | --- |
| Net Investment Income | $0.0728 | 46.97% | $0.2292 | 49.29% |
| Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains | $0.0074 | 4.77% | $0.0452 | 9.72% |
| Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains | $0.0650 | 41.94% | $0.0927 | 19.94% |
| Return of Capital | $0.0098 | 6.32% | $0.0979 | 21.05% |
| Total Current Distribution | $0.1550 | 100.00% | $0.4650 | 100.00% |
It is important not to interpret the distribution amount as an indicator of the Fund's overall investment performance. Due to the estimated nature of the reported amounts and sources, these figures may evolve over time and should not be seen as finalized tax reporting values. Actual reported amounts for accounting and tax-related purposes may be adjusted based on ongoing investment experience and potential changes in tax regulations.
Performance Metrics and Historical Returns
The Fund's Year-to-Date Cumulative Total Return from January 1, 2026, to February 28, 2026, stands at an impressive 16.31%, with a Cumulative Distribution Rate of 1.58%. Over the preceding five-year period concluding on February 28, 2026, the Fund recorded an Average Annual Total Return of 12.55% alongside a Current Annualized Distribution Rate of 6.32%.
Conclusion
Before making any investment decisions, stakeholders should carefully consider the investment aims, associated risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund. Recent periodic reports and regulatory filings are accessible via financial advisors or the Fund's official website.
Cohen & Steers, established in 1986 and based in New York City, is distinguished as a global investment manager proficient in real assets and alternative income solutions, including real estate and infrastructure investments.
For further insights, investors are encouraged to monitor distribution updates and stay informed on any policy transformations that might affect their shares.