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The iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ) has been downgraded from buy to neutral due to Brazil's internal and external challenges. Rising interest rates, inflation, fiscal issues, and strained relations with President Trump are impacting Brazil's economic stability.

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February 03, 2025 | 9:00 am

GOF

GOF offers a high dividend yield but faces challenges due to declining NAV and high exposure to below-investment-grade borrowers. The fund's strategy may be risky in a high-interest-rate environment, relying on return of capital to support distributions.

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February 03, 2025 | 3:30 am

RWT

Redwood Trust has issued new 9.125% Senior Notes due 2030, offering high yields but with significant risks due to the company's heavy leverage and large interest expenses. The notes are callable from 2027 and currently trade at $24.70.

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February 02, 2025 | 3:15 pm

MPW

Medical Properties Trust (MPW) is navigating challenges due to Prospect's Chapter 11 bankruptcy but is benefiting from Prospect's focus on California. MPW is securing $2.5 billion in financing to reduce debt and interest expenses, leading to a Moody's upgrade.

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February 02, 2025 | 11:45 am

CPS

Cooper-Standard is showing potential for significant profitability through cost rationalizations and increased auto production. A potential refinancing in 2025 could further enhance its financial performance.

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February 02, 2025 | 8:15 am

SRE

Sempra, a utility company, is considered a solid dividend growth stock with a BBB+ credit rating and undervalued shares, making it a buy. Despite a 16.7% revenue decline in Q3, its long-term EPS growth rate remains strong, driven by Texas growth. Sempra's 3% dividend yield is secure, with a low payout ratio and a 14-year growth streak.

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February 01, 2025 | 12:15 pm

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TCPC

Business development companies (BDCs) had a strong week with a 1.5% total return, led by TCPC and GSBD. Nuveen Churchill Direct Lending issued a $300m bond, likely to reduce interest expenses and increase leverage, indicating management's confidence.

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February 01, 2025 | 3:15 am

YERBF

Yerbaé Brands Corp., a plant-based energy beverage company, has secured a $1 million loan from Maximcash Solutions LLC. This financial move is expected to support Yerbaé's operations and growth.

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February 01, 2025 | 1:15 am

APETF

AlphaGen Intelligence Corp. has announced a debt settlement agreement to settle outstanding debt with a creditor.

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January 31, 2025 | 10:15 pm