abrdn World Healthcare Fund

The abrdn World Healthcare Fund is a closed-end balanced mutual fund with a primary objective of seeking current income and long-term capital appreciation. Managed by abrdn Inc., this fund invests globally across both public equities and fixed income securities, concentrating on companies within the healthcare sector. Its portfolio includes a mix of common stocks, non-convertible notes, and convertible preferred shares, allowing for diversification across various subsectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare services, and medical equipment. Notably, the fund’s equity exposure is complemented by investments in corporate debt, providing potential for both income and growth. The abrdn World Healthcare Fund is designed to benefit from the earnings growth and innovation inherent in the global healthcare industry, an area known for its resilience and long-term demographic tailwinds. The fund has a significant global reach, with holdings spanning North America, Europe, and other key markets, and it distributes a high proportion of its earnings to shareholders through regular dividends. Suitable for investors seeking exposure to the robust and evolving healthcare sector, this fund plays a distinct role in providing access to both income and capital appreciation opportunities within a critical segment of the global economy.