Overview
Description
General American Investors Company, Inc. is a closed-end management investment company focused on long-term capital appreciation. Established in 1927, it ranks among the nation’s oldest closed-end funds, with a consistent history of internally managing a diversified global portfolio. The company primarily invests in common stocks of U.S. and international corporations, including selected private securities. Its investment holdings span a variety of sectors such as technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare, finance, consumer products, and communications.
The fund’s structure means its shares are not continuously offered but are instead traded on the secondary market, typically at a discount to net asset value. General American Investors Company also utilizes leverage through preferred shares to enhance returns for common stockholders, which can contribute to increased volatility. With a historical focus on analytical, long-term investment strategies and a strong emphasis on above-average growth companies, the fund has delivered notable long-term performance relative to benchmark indices. Its diverse sector exposure and longevity make it a prominent participant in the closed-end fund landscape, serving investors seeking professionally managed access to equity markets with an established track record of disciplined management.
About
CEO
Mr. Jeffrey Priest
Employees
0
Address
530 Fifth Avenue
26th Floor
New York, 10036, NY
United States
26th Floor
New York, 10036, NY
United States
Phone
(212) 916-8400
Website
Instrument type
Closed-end fund
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Asset Management
Country
United States
MIC code
XNYS