Finding Growth And A Stable 8% Yield

With global stock indices trading near all-time highs and bond yields reaching all-time lows, investment income has become increasingly more difficult to obtain. Spurred on by low interest rates and stubborn growth in the overall global economy, it is becoming ever more clear that lower rates may be sustained for some time to come. Today's featured company invests in mid-sized market leaders in niche specialties. The company has maintained its high distribution rate since becoming a public company. Despite its above average yield, the company has managed to grow and improve its holdings portfolio.

Compass Diversified Holdings (CODI) is a partnership that owns and manages numerous subsidiaries that span across a wide spectrum of expertise. The company seeks out middle market business opportunities in North America with a criteria of identifying leaders in niche markets. Preferred acquisition criteria include transactions between $75 million to $500 million, positive and stable EBITDA of at least $10 million, and highly defensible positions in their target markets. As a result of their acquisition strategy, the company owns a diverse range of market leaders spanning across hemp-based foods, environmental services, magnets, baby-based products, home and gun safes, medical support surfaces, and printed circuit boards to name a few.

Source: Seeking Alpha

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