Destra Insights

To understand the potential attractiveness of preferreds, we are going to “take a ride on the B&O Railroad”. Looking back at history may help us gain an understanding of why preferred stocks have been used for nearly two centuries by the wealthy and institutions alike as an attractive alternative and compliment to stocks and bonds, within a well-diversified portfolio.

CityWire recently interviewed Dr. Daniel R. Omstead, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Tekla Capital Management LLC and President and Portfolio Manager of each of the Tekla Funds. This brief article provides some insights into the investment process at Tekla Capital Management as well as their outlook on the healthcare market today.

In today’s low yield environment, many income seekers are diversifying into Emerging Market Debt, High Yield Debt, Senior Loans and Dividend Paying Stocks. As with any investing, income investing can benefit from diversification, specifically from Preferred Securities.

The team at Flaherty & Crumrine Incorporated recently provided comments surrounding the 2016 presidential election and how it's outcome will impact the Preferred Securities marketplace.