XPH

Allspring Multi-Sector Income Fund

Fundamental data last updated:July 14, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Financial Services

industry

Asset Management - Income

Exchange

AMEX

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Not Scheduled

Business Summary

Allspring Multi-Sector Income Fund is a closed-ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Wells Fargo Funds Management, LLC. The fund is co-managed by First International Advisors, Inc. and Wells Capital Management Incorporated. It invests in fixed income markets across the globe. The fund primarily invests in a mix of non-investment-grade corporate debt securities, including bank loan securities, foreign and emerging markets debt securities, adjustable and fixed-rate mortgages, and investment-grade corporate bonds. Allspring Multi-Sector Income Fund was formed on June 25, 2003 and is domiciled in the United States.

 


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VALUATION

P/E

9.45

Market Cap ($M USD)

$255.85M

Forward P/E

N/A

PEG

N/A

PRICE TO SALES

9.73

PRICE TO BOOK

0.91

EV / EBITDA

11.28

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

9.57%

DCF Value

$-2.32

Graham Number

$14.77

Price to FCF

10.45

EV to FCF

15.29

Earnings Yield

10.58%

FCF Yield

9.57%

DIVIDEND

Yield

9.52%

Annual Payout

$0.87

Payout Ratio

88.86%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$0.97

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

N/A

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

N/A

Return on Equity (ROE)

9.75%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

126.17%

Debt-to-Equity

0.42

Piotroski F-Score

7

Altman Z-Score

1.71

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

8.23%

Current Ratio

1.53

Quick Ratio

1.53

Net Debt to EBITDA

3.57

Interest Coverage

10.70

Gross Profit margin

50.17%

FCF PER SHARE

$0.87

REVENUE PER SHARE

$0.94

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Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

ERC Allspring Multi-Sector Income Fund appears to be a perplexing case of market mispricing. The stock traded significantly below its DCF value, suggesting a potential undervaluation. However, the Altman Z-score of 1.71 raises red flags about financial distress, while the earnings yield of 10.54% indicates a potentially attractive return. The lack of a forward P/E further complicates growth projections, leaving investors to weigh the risks of its current valuation against its intrinsic worth. Overall, the financial health is a mixed bag, with some metrics hinting at opportunity and others at caution.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating within the asset management sector, ERC is poised to leverage AI and tech advancements to enhance portfolio management and client services. The industry's inherent adaptability to tech shifts provides a solid foundation for integrating AI-driven analytics. This positions ERC to potentially improve operational efficiencies and investment outcomes.

The Bull Case

For the discerning value or GARP investor, ERC offers compelling reasons to consider a buy. The robust ROIC of 8.23% and a strong Piotroski F-Score of 7 highlight efficient capital allocation and financial health. Coupled with a generous operating margin of 126.17%, the company demonstrates significant pricing power. The FCF yield, though modest, suggests potential for cash generation, making it an attractive proposition for those seeking stable returns.

The Bear Case

Despite some strengths, ERC faces notable challenges. The Price/Sales ratio of 9.77 and EV to EBITDA of 11.32 suggest a premium valuation that may not be justified by its growth prospects. The Altman Z-score indicates potential financial distress, and the stock's proximity to its 52-week high suggests technical overextension. These factors, combined with a high payout ratio of 88.86%, could limit future growth and dividend sustainability.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

N/A

Average Analyst Price Target

N/A

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.55

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

7.24%

Distance to 52-Week Low

4.39%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

N/A

50-DAY SMA

$9.08

200-DAY SMA

$9.33

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