Gabelli Equity Trust (GAB) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Gabelli Equity Trust is a diversified closed-end management investment company that seeks long-term growth of capital and current income. Established in 1986, the fund is managed by GAMCO Investors and adheres to the value-driven investment approach pioneered by its founder, Mario J. Gabelli. Through rigorous fundamental research, the trust aims to identify undervalued equity securities with strong growth prospects and sustainable business models.

The trust’s portfolio primarily consists of common stocks of U.S. companies across various industries, with an emphasis on large- and mid- capitalization firms. Portfolio managers employ bottom-up stock selection strategies to uncover companies trading at discounts to their intrinsic value. The trust may also utilize modest leverage to enhance total returns, subject to market conditions and regulatory constraints.

Gabelli Equity Trust serves both individual and institutional investors seeking exposure to a disciplined value investment philosophy within a closed-end fund structure. Shares of the trust are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GAB, offering investors liquidity and transparency through regular dividend distributions and comprehensive portfolio disclosures.

Headquartered in Rye, New York, the trust benefits from the broader resources and research capabilities of GAMCO Investors. Under the stewardship of Mario J. Gabelli and a team of seasoned portfolio managers, the trust continues to build on decades of investment heritage while adapting to evolving market dynamics. Its historical track record underscores a commitment to fundamental analysis, risk management and shareholder alignment.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $5.84 to $5.94
• 50-Day Range: $5.58 to $5.93
• 52-Week Range: $4.50 to $5.95
• Volume: 584,913 shs
• Average Volume: 567,785 shs
• Market Capitalization: $1.82 billion
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: 10.12%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

GAB Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have GAB shares performed this year?

Gabelli Equity Trust's stock was trading at $5.38 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, GAB shares have increased by 10.2% and is now trading at $5.93.

Who are Gabelli Equity Trust's major shareholders?

Top institutional shareholders of Gabelli Equity Trust include Kingstone Capital Partners Texas LLC (40.13%), Janney Montgomery Scott LLC (0.05%), Consolidated Portfolio Review Corp (0.04%) and Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (0.03%).
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How do I buy shares of Gabelli Equity Trust?

Shares of GAB stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Gabelli Equity Trust own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Gabelli Equity Trust investors own include Annaly Capital Management (NLY), Ares Capital (ARCC), Pfizer (PFE), AGNC Investment (AGNC), AT&T (T), Main Street Capital (MAIN) and Altria Group (MO).

Company Calendar

• Record date for 6/23 Dividend: 6/13/2025
• Ex-Dividend for 6/23 Dividend: 6/13/2025
• Dividend Payable: 6/23/2025
• Today: 7/18/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NYSE
• Sector: Finance
• Industry: FIN - INVEST FUND
• Sub-Industry: Financial Services
• Current Symbol: NYSE:GAB
• CIK: 794685
• Web: www.gabelli.com
• Phone: 914-921-5000
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: N/A
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 307,240,000
• Free Float: 304,480,000
• Market Cap: $1.82 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.81