NYLI CBRE Global Infrastructure Megatrends Term Fund (NYSE: MEGI) is a closed-end investment fund that seeks a high level of total return with an emphasis on current income through a thematic-based portfolio focused on infrastructure megatrends, including decarbonization, digital transformation, and asset modernization. The fund invests primarily in income-producing equity securities issued by infrastructure companies that generate resilient income from the ownership and operation of essential assets, such as those supporting energy transition, data centers, and modernization initiatives; it employs leverage to enhance returns and targets monthly distributions to shareholders, which may include net investment income, realized capital gains, and return of capital. Structured with a defined 12-year term, the fund intends to liquidate on or about December 15, 2033, providing investors with a predictable endpoint for capital return.
Headquartered at 51 Madison Avenue in New York, New York, the fund was established in 2021 and operates within the asset management industry, serving institutional and retail investors seeking exposure to global infrastructure opportunities. New York Life Investments serves as the primary manager, with CBRE Investment Management contributing expertise in infrastructure investments, and the fund's portfolio spans companies across North America, Europe, and other regions with essential infrastructure assets.
Recent developments include the launch of monthly distribution payments following the fund's initial public offering in late 2023, marking the commencement of its income-focused strategy; ongoing portfolio adjustments to emphasize high-conviction holdings in megatrend-aligned infrastructure equities amid favorable market conditions for the sector. As of mid-2025, the fund maintains a leveraged structure to amplify exposure, with no major acquisitions, mergers, or strategic alliances reported in the past 1-2 years; SEC filings reflect routine updates, such as Schedule 13D amendments indicating activist investor interest and monthly N-PORT portfolio disclosures. The fund continues to trade at a market price reflecting strong year-to-date performance, underscoring resilient demand for its specialized infrastructure focus.