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Welcome to our lesson on closed-end funds. These investment vehicles allow investors to purchase a security that represents a portfolio with a specific investment strategy. They are created through a public offering and actively managed to generate income for investors. This income can come from a variety of sources such as dividends, capital gains, interest payments, and derivative investment strategies. Unlike stocks, these funds are not tied to a specific operating business. Some common examples include funds of income funds, senior loan funds, mortgage-backed security funds, and commodity funds. Let's dive deeper into these specialized types of investments.