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Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund(NYSE) HYI

Market Cap$238.68MMarket 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 (2010)+105%
5 Year+6%
1 Year-3%
1 Month+0%
$10.53
+0.10%
+0.01Today
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 10.532026-08-14
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.19%USD 10.512026-08-07
1 month+0.34%USD 10.492026-07-15
3 month+2.26%USD 10.302026-05-15
Year to date+0.36%USD 10.492025-12-31
1 year-2.8%USD 10.832025-08-14
3 year+20.19%USD 8.762023-08-15
5 year+6.29%USD 9.912021-08-13
Since inception+104.65%USD 5.152010-10-27

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$238.68MMarket 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)

$35.45M

Net Income (TTM)

$28.44M

EPS (TTM)

$0.88

P/E Ratio

11.98

Dividend

$1.14

Beta (Volatility)

0.31 (Low)

Price

$10.53

Volume

30,201

Open

$10.54

Previous Close

$10.53

Daily Range

$10.50 - $10.55

52-Week Range

$10.35 - $12.13

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 18, 2024

HYI News

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About Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund

Western Asset High Yield Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. is a closed-end investment vehicle focused on fixed-income assets, particularly high-yield corporate debt instruments. Managed by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, the fund aims to strategically allocate capital across global fixed-income markets.

Products and Services
  • Investment in high-yield corporate debt instruments
  • Portfolio management services by experienced financial professionals
  • Access to diverse fixed-income market opportunities
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached $5.49 million, indicating strong operational performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income stands at $12.8 million, showcasing profitability
  • Dividend yield of approximately 10.94% reflects attractive income potential for investors
Financial Highlights
  • Market capitalization of $236.19 million demonstrates solid market presence
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 13.89 suggests reasonable valuation compared to peers
  • Quarterly earnings per share (EPS) of $0.60 indicates robust earnings growth
Western Asset High Yield Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. operates within the asset management industry, focusing on high-yield investments that often fall below investment grade. The fund's strategic approach to capital allocation aims to maximize returns while managing risk. Recent financial performance highlights a strong revenue stream and profitability, making it an appealing option for income-focused investors. The fund's significant dividend yield further enhances its attractiveness, positioning it as a viable choice for those seeking exposure to high-yield fixed-income assets.
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Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

CEO

Jane Elizabeth Trust, CFA

Headquarters

New York City, NY 10017, US

HYI Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

87.58%

Operating Margin

124.22%

Net Income Margin

124.39%

Return on Equity

9.47%

Return on Capital

9.59%

Return on Assets

9.44%

Earnings Yield

8.35%

Dividend Yield

10.83%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$238.68MMarket 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

22.67M

Volume

30.20K

Avg. Volume

64.94K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$31.63M

Operating Income

$28.29M

EBITDA

$39.09M

Operating Cash Flow

$0.00

Capital Expenditure

$0.00

Free Cash Flow

$0.00

Cash & ST Invst.

$323.53K

Total Debt

$0.00

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund Performance Analysis

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-05-31USD 6,484,887-69.7%
20242024-05-31USD 9,715,23849.8%
20252025-05-31USD 27,692,178185.0%
20262026-05-31USD 11,472,070-58.6%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-11-30N/A
Q42025-05-31N/A
Q22025-11-30-58.2%
Q42026-05-319.0%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-05-31USD -0.32-72.4%
20242024-05-31USD 1.04N/A
20252025-05-31USD 0.96-7.5%
20262026-05-31USD 0.88-8.6%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-11-30N/A
Q42025-05-31N/A
Q22025-11-30300.0%
Q42026-05-31-53.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

$5.98M

+630.1%

Gross Profit

$5.35M

+328.7%

Gross Margin

89.39%

N/A

Market Cap

$238.68MMarket 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

N/A

N/A

Net Income

$3.57M

-72.1%

EBITDA

$3.57M

-72.2%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

$323.53K

-89.9%

Total Debt

$0.00

N/A

Accounts Receivable

$0.00

-100.0%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

9.44%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

9.56%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$0.00

N/A

Operating Cash Flow

$0.00

N/A

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Questions About HYI

What is the current price of Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund?

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund is trading at $10.53 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund?

Over the past 52 weeks, Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund has traded between $10.35 and $12.13.

How much debt does Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund reported total debt of $0.00.

How much cash does Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund have on hand?

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund reported $323.53K in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund’s dividend yield?

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund currently has a dividend yield of 10.83%.

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