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WDI:NYSEWestern Asset Diversified Income Fund Analysis

Data as of 2026-06-23 - not real-time

$13.33

Latest Price

5/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Western Asset Diversified Income Fund (WDI) is trading at $13.33, just above the identified support level of $13.05 and below both the 20‑day ($13.44) and 50‑day ($13.62) simple moving averages, indicating a short‑term bearish bias. The RSI of 43 suggests the fund is not yet oversold, while the MACD line, though negative, is crossing above its signal line, delivering a bullish histogram and a "bullish" signal. Volume is on a decreasing trend, with today’s 117,818 shares well under the 10‑day average of 194,830, adding to liquidity concerns. At a beta of 0.35 and a 30‑day volatility of 11.5%, the fund exhibits lower market sensitivity than the broader equity market, and the Fear & Greed Index at 87.18 signals "Extreme Greed," which could inflate valuations. The fund’s dividend yield stands out at a lofty 13.22%, offering strong income potential despite a max drawdown of roughly 15% and a neutral discount/premium position.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • price testing near support at $13.05
  • bearish trend indicated by SMA hierarchy
  • decreasing volume raising liquidity concerns

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • stable discount/premium eliminating pricing risk
  • high dividend yield of 13.22% enhances total return
  • low beta (0.35) limits market volatility exposure

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • consistent income generation from diversified assets
  • moderate max drawdown (~15%) within historical range
  • extreme greed market sentiment may pressure valuation

Key Metrics & Analysis

Closed-End Fund Metrics

Market Price13.3301
Discount/Premium0.00%
Discount TrendStable

Technical Analysis

TrendBearish
RSI43.2
Support$13.05
Resistance$13.90
MA 20$13.44
MA 50$13.62
MA 200$14.03
MACDBullish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index87.18

Risk Assessment

Beta0.35
Volatility11.54%
Sector RiskMedium
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.