FT vs MRCC Comparison

Franklin Universal Trust is a closed-end management investment company focused on providing high current income while preserving capital. Its secondary objective is to achieve income growth through dividend increases and capital appreciation. The fund invests in two asset classes: high-yield bonds and utility stocks. It applies fundamental research to build a diversified high-yield bond portfolio and targets utility companies with attractive dividend yields and a history of increasing dividends.

Monroe Capital Corp is a speciality finance company focused on providing financing to lower middle-market companies, in the U.S. and Canada. The company provides customized financing solutions focused on senior, unitranche, and junior secured debt and unsecured subordinated debt and equity, including equity co-investments in preferred and common stock and warrants.