Performance returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized. Returns represent past performance and do not guarantee future results. Investment returns and the principal value of an investment will fluctuate. The Fund’s use of leverage may magnify the volatility of net asset value changes versus funds that do not employ leverage. When shares are sold, they may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data presented. Visit www.gabelli.com for performance information as of the most recent month end.The Bloomberg Government/Credit Bond Index is a market value weighted index that tracks the performance of fixed rate, publicly placed, dollar denominated obligations. The Lipper Convertible Securities Fund Average reflects the average performance of open-end funds classified in this particular category. Dividends and interest income are considered reinvested. You cannot invest directly in an index.
The Fund’s fiscal year ends on September 30.
Total returns and average annual returns reflect changes in the NAV per share, reinvestment of distributions at NAV on the ex-dividend date, and adjustments for rights offerings and are net of expenses. Since inception return is based on an initial NAV of $10.00.
Total returns and average annual returns reflect changes in closing market values on the NYSE, reinvestment of distributions, and adjustments for rights offerings. Since inception return is based on an initial offering price of $11.25 on March 31, 1995.
Since inception return is from March 31, 1995 when the Fund converted to closed-end status; before this date, the Fund had no operating history on the NYSE.
The Bloomberg Government/Credit Bond Index inception date is January 29, 1999.
From June 30, 1989, the date closest to the Fund’s inception for which data is available.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing.
Forms 3,4, and 5 can be found here.