Federated Hermes Equity Income Fund (LEISX)
| Fund Assets | 747.40M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.89% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 74.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.19 |
| Dividend Yield | 13.16% |
| Dividend Growth | 955.17% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 25, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 24.39 |
| YTD Return | 11.59% |
| 1-Year Return | -4.31% |
| 5-Year Return | 50.08% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.70 |
| 52-Week High | 26.52 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 74 |
| Inception Date | Mar 30, 2012 |
About LEISX
Federated Hermes Equity Income Fund, Inc. is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with above-average income and capital appreciation by primarily investing in income-producing equity securities. The fund emphasizes a diversified portfolio of value-oriented, predominantly dividend-paying stocks, which are selected for their favorable relative valuations and strong free cash flows. This approach seeks to balance the pursuit of long-term growth with the consistency of income generation, targeting companies that are generally considered undervalued relative to their peers. The fund’s holdings may span various sectors and company sizes, though there can be a focus on large- and mid-cap companies. The management team can also incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in its analysis to enhance its fundamental research process. As part of its structure, the fund may allocate assets to affiliated portfolios for broader diversification. Federated Hermes Equity Income Fund, Inc. serves investors seeking exposure to value stocks and a steady stream of dividends, playing a significant role in income-oriented equity strategies within the financial market.
Performance
LEISX had a total return of -4.31% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.57%.
Top 10 Holdings
26.83% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 3.47% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 3.23% |
| Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 2.64% |
| RTX Corporation | RTX | 2.61% |
| Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | BRK.B | 2.59% |
| Capital One Financial Corporation | COF | 2.55% |
| Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company | WTW | 2.52% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.49% |
| Exxon Mobil Corporation | XOM | 2.38% |
| Medtronic plc | MDT | 2.36% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2025 | $0.0243 | Aug 26, 2025 |
| Jul 24, 2025 | $0.0089 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| Jun 24, 2025 | $0.0214 | Jun 25, 2025 |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.0321 | May 28, 2025 |
| Apr 24, 2025 | $0.0171 | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Mar 24, 2025 | $0.0226 | Mar 25, 2025 |