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Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund(NYSE) FLC

Market Cap$172.33MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2003)+275%
5 Year-0%
1 Year+2%
1 Month-1%
$16.46
-0.12%
-0.02Today
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 16.482026-09-08
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.36%USD 16.542026-09-01
1 month-1.16%USD 16.672026-08-07
3 month+0.33%USD 16.432026-06-10
Year to date-1.08%USD 16.662025-12-31
1 year+1.68%USD 16.212025-09-08
3 year+45.34%USD 11.342023-09-08
5 year-0.23%USD 16.522021-09-09
Since inception+274.98%USD 4.392003-08-27

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$172.33MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$42.72M

Net Income (TTM)

$36.63M

EPS (TTM)

$1.79

P/E Ratio

9.21

Dividend

$1.23

Beta (Volatility)

0.41 (Low)

Price

$16.46

Volume

12,823.613

Open

$16.51

Previous Close

$16.48

Daily Range

$16.44 - $16.51

52-Week Range

$15.89 - $18.09

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 1, 2025

FLC News

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About Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Inc. is a U.S.-domiciled closed-end balanced mutual fund that focuses on both public equity and fixed-income markets. Established in 2003, the fund primarily invests in common stocks within the utility and banking sectors, while also holding a significant portion of investment-grade preferred securities.

Products and Services
  • Investment in common stocks of utility and banking companies
  • Focus on income-generating debt instruments
  • Balanced mutual fund strategy for diversified investment
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of $10.82 million in Q2 2026 indicates strong performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income of $43.79 million showcases profitability
  • Dividend yield of 6.86% reflects attractive income potential for investors
Financial Highlights
  • Market capitalization of approximately $176 million demonstrates solid market presence
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 9.41 suggests potential undervaluation
  • Quarterly net income of $4.38 million in Q2 2026 highlights consistent earnings growth
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Inc. employs a strategic investment approach that targets sectors with stable income potential. The fund's focus on utility and banking stocks, combined with its holdings in preferred securities, positions it well for income generation. Recent financial performance indicates a robust revenue stream and profitability, making it an appealing option for investors seeking income-oriented investments. The fund's competitive dividend yield further enhances its attractiveness, particularly in a low-interest-rate environment. Overall, Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Inc. presents a compelling opportunity for those interested in balanced investment strategies within the asset management sector.
AI Generated • Aug 19, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

CEO

Eric Chadwick, CFA, MBA

Website

www.preferredincome.com

Headquarters

Pasadena, CA 91101-1911, US

FLC Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

84.52%

Operating Margin

94.57%

Net Income Margin

87.34%

Return on Equity

9.51%

Return on Capital

7.08%

Return on Assets

5.90%

Earnings Yield

10.86%

Dividend Yield

7.48%

Payout Ratio

69.33%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$172.33MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

10.46M

Volume

12.82K

Avg. Volume

19.21K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$38.31M

Operating Income

$49.24M

EBITDA

$53.53M

Operating Cash Flow

$25.03M

Capital Expenditure

$1.00

Free Cash Flow

$25.03M

Cash & ST Invst.

$3.70M

Total Debt

$118.50M

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund Performance Analysis

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-11-30USD 21,419,1706.2%
20232023-11-30USD 13,071,178-39.0%
20242024-11-30USD 20,241,64354.9%
20252025-11-30USD 21,140,8204.4%
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-11-3013.5%
Q22025-05-31-2.1%
Q42025-11-300.7%
Q22026-05-312.0%
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-11-30USD -3.52N/A
20232023-11-30USD 0.20N/A
20242024-11-30USD 3.311542.0%
20252025-11-30USD 1.54-53.3%
Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-11-30-13.0%
Q22025-05-31-89.0%
Q42025-11-30705.9%
Q22026-05-31-69.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$10.82M

+14.1%

Gross Profit

$9.71M

-6.3%

Gross Margin

89.74%

N/A

Market Cap

$172.33MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

0

N/A

Net Income

$4.38M

-76.3%

EBITDA

$7.12M

-20.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$3.70M

-48.3%

Total Debt

$118.50M

+0.0%

Accounts Receivable

$2.85M

-0.7%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$118.50M

+0.0%

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

5.90%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

6.45%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$8.97M

+67.1%

Operating Cash Flow

$8.97M

+67.1%

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Questions About FLC

What is the current price of Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund?

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund is trading at $16.46 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund?

Over the past 52 weeks, Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund has traded between $15.89 and $18.09.

How much debt does Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund reported total debt of $118.50M.

How much cash does Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund have on hand?

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund reported $0.00 in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund’s dividend yield?

Flaherty & Crumrine Total Return Fund currently has a dividend yield of 7.48%.

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