HIX - HIX: Strong Dividend Coverage But Weak Growth Potential
2025-10-21 09:22:11 ET
Overview
As markets continue to hover near their all-time highs, investors may be looking for a way to hedge against the uncertainty. Western Asset High Income Fund II ( HIX ) offers some global exposure while putting an emphasis on income generation. When I previously covered HIX, I issued a hold rating due to the concerns around dividend sustainability and the higher interest rate environment. Since then, the market environment has shifted and the fund has released an updated quarterly report. Therefore, I wanted to revisit the fund to provide some updated insights into its performance and outlook for the remainder of the year....
HIX: Strong Dividend Coverage But Weak Growth Potential