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Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund(NYSE) HYI

Current Price$10.42
Market Cap$236.19MMarket 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)+103%
5 Year+7%
1 Year-3%
1 Month+0%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 10.422026-07-24
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.42%USD 10.462026-07-17
1 month+0.24%USD 10.402026-06-24
3 month-0.78%USD 10.502026-04-24
Year to date-0.69%USD 10.492025-12-31
1 year-2.92%USD 10.732025-07-24
3 year+19.24%USD 8.742023-07-25
5 year+6.52%USD 9.782021-07-23
Since inception+102.51%USD 5.152010-10-27

Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$236.19MMarket 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)

$28.33M

Net Income (TTM)

$37.66M

EPS (TTM)

$0.75

P/E Ratio

13.90

Dividend

$1.24

Beta (Volatility)

0.31 (Low)

Price

$10.42

Volume

301

Open

$10.43

Previous Close

$10.42

Daily Range

$10.42 - $10.43

52-Week Range

$10.40 - $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 markets globally
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 10.82% reflects attractive returns for investors
Financial Highlights
  • Quarterly revenue of $5.49 million, up from $1.31 million in the previous quarter
  • TTM net income of $12.8 million, demonstrating consistent profitability
  • Current ratio of 3.57 indicates strong liquidity position
The 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 significant increase in revenue and net income, suggesting effective management and a favorable market environment. The high dividend yield further enhances its appeal to income-focused investors. Overall, the fund presents a compelling opportunity for those interested in high-yield fixed-income investments.
AI Generated • Jun 27, 2026

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

89.33%

Operating Margin

75.04%

Net Income Margin

75.66%

Return on Equity

6.68%

Return on Capital

8.10%

Return on Assets

9.11%

Earnings Yield

7.19%

Dividend Yield

11.85%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$236.19MMarket 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

301

Avg. Volume

65.47K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$23.95M

Operating Income

$37.53M

EBITDA

$48.35M

Operating Cash Flow

$0.00

Capital Expenditure

$0.00

Free Cash Flow

$0.00

Cash & ST Invst.

$3.60M

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
20222022-05-31USD 21,431,843N/A
20232023-05-31USD 6,484,887-69.7%
20242024-05-31USD 9,715,23849.8%
20252025-05-31USD 27,692,178185.0%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-05-311060.7%
Q22024-11-30N/A
Q42025-05-31N/A
Q22025-11-30-58.2%
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
20222022-05-31USD -1.15N/A
20232023-05-31USD -0.32-72.4%
20242024-05-31USD 1.04N/A
20252025-05-31USD 0.96-7.5%
Western Asset High Yield Opportunity Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-05-31-14.3%
Q22024-11-30N/A
Q42025-05-31N/A
Q22025-11-30300.0%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

$5.49M

-18.0%

Gross Profit

$4.70M

-13.8%

Gross Margin

85.62%

N/A

Market Cap

$236.19MMarket 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

$10.70M

-52.8%

EBITDA

$10.70M

+1622.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

$3.60M

-57.3%

Total Debt

$0.00

N/A

Accounts Receivable

$2.88M

-46.9%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

9.11%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

9.15%

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 $10.42 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 $10.40 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 $220.83K 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 11.85%.

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