FT vs SMHI 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.

Seacor Marine Holdings Inc provides marine and support transportation services to offshore energy facilities globally. The company operates and manages a diverse fleet of offshore support vessels that deliver cargo and personnel to offshore installations, including wind farms, handle anchors, and mooring equipment for offshore rigs and platforms. Its geographical segment includes the United States (Gulf of Mexico), Africa and Europe, Middle East and Asia, and Latin America.