Voya Infrastructure, Industrials and Materials Fund

The Voya Infrastructure, Industrials and Materials Fund is a diversified closed-end equity fund designed to provide total return through a blend of current income, capital gains, and capital appreciation. Launched in 2010, the fund invests globally, focusing on companies that operate or benefit from infrastructure projects, as well as those within the industrials and materials sectors. Its strategy employs a combination of quantitative multi-factor stock selection and fundamental sector analysis to construct a diversified portfolio. Notably, the fund seeks to enhance returns and manage volatility by selling call options on equity indices or ETFs, typically representing 15-50% of the portfolio value. The approach targets stocks poised to benefit from rising government and private investment in infrastructure, including industries involved in the building, expansion, and modernization of essential facilities. Managed by Voya Investments, the fund serves investors seeking broad exposure to global economic development drivers, aiming for a balance of income and growth within the equity space. Regular monthly distributions further position it as a potential source of steady cash flow for shareholders.