DPG:NYSEDuff & Phelps Utility and Infrastructure Fund Inc. Analysis
Data as of 2026-03-29 - not real-time
$14.32
Latest Price
4/10Risk
Risk Level: Medium
Executive Summary
DPG is trading at $14.32, just above the identified support of $14, with the 20‑day SMA (14.39) comfortably above both the 50‑day (14.07) and 200‑day (13.06) averages, confirming a bullish price structure. The fund offers an attractive 5.87% dividend yield, a very low beta of 0.46, and currently shows no discount or premium, while the Fear & Greed Index sits in the “Greed” zone at 65.98, indicating favorable market sentiment.
Volume has been tapering, and the MACD histogram is negative, hinting at short‑term momentum weakness, but the recent Section 19a distribution notice underscores a managed distribution plan that should support cash flow. Combined with moderate 30‑day volatility (≈16%) and a modest max drawdown (~‑12.7%), the fund presents a defensively positioned, income‑focused profile with limited downside risk.
Volume has been tapering, and the MACD histogram is negative, hinting at short‑term momentum weakness, but the recent Section 19a distribution notice underscores a managed distribution plan that should support cash flow. Combined with moderate 30‑day volatility (≈16%) and a modest max drawdown (~‑12.7%), the fund presents a defensively positioned, income‑focused profile with limited downside risk.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Price hovering near technical support
- Decreasing volume and bearish MACD signal
- High dividend yield providing cushion
Medium Term
1–3 yearsPositive
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Managed distribution plan confirming steady cash payouts
- Bullish SMA alignment and low beta indicating stability
- Zero discount/premium suggesting fair valuation
Long Term
> 3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Defensive utility/infrastructure exposure
- Sustained high yield in a low‑interest‑rate environment
- Sector concentration risk limiting upside
Key Metrics & Analysis
Closed-End Fund Metrics
Market Price14.32
Discount/Premium0.00%
Discount TrendStable
Technical Analysis
TrendBullish
RSI50.9
Support$14.00
Resistance$14.96
MA 20$14.39
MA 50$14.07
MA 200$13.06
MACDBearish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index65.98
Risk Assessment
Beta0.46
Volatility16.48%
Sector RiskMedium
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium
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