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The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. (GGT)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US36239Q1094
CUSIP
36239Q109
IPO Date
Dec 19, 1994

Highlights

Market Cap
$150.82M
Enterprise Value
$150.74M
EPS (TTM)
$1.23
PE Ratio
3.20
PEG Ratio
0.10
Total Revenue (TTM)
$9.60M
Gross Profit (TTM)
$11.66M
EBITDA (TTM)
$32.69M
Year Range
$3.75 - $4.76
ROA (TTM)
21.14%
ROE (TTM)
21.21%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. (GGT) has returned -1.36% so far this year and 4.72% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, GGT has returned 7.16% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc.

1D
0.00%
1M
-4.13%
YTD
-1.36%
6M
1.59%
1Y
4.72%
3Y*
6.19%
5Y*
-2.71%
10Y*
7.16%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 19, 1994, GGT's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.75%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 7.7 years.

Historically, 58% of months were positive and 42% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +25.3%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -35.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, GGT closed higher 47% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 24, 2008 with a return of +20.8%, while the worst single day was Mar 18, 2020 at -28.5%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20261.69%1.17%-4.13%-1.36%
20259.64%-2.04%1.20%-3.24%-7.27%4.80%3.63%3.12%2.58%-4.87%4.74%3.36%15.39%
2024-4.59%3.33%5.03%-3.53%2.38%1.06%-6.16%0.70%1.75%-6.80%8.60%-6.55%-6.00%
20236.54%3.68%-0.92%0.71%5.28%13.87%-1.14%-2.00%-4.31%-21.90%17.83%8.66%22.50%
2022-4.26%3.13%10.11%-15.31%3.46%-7.76%-1.52%-0.28%-9.44%-2.24%5.73%-14.30%-30.78%
20212.51%14.58%4.45%8.21%-0.58%11.09%-14.03%1.61%-4.40%0.22%1.42%-4.25%19.17%

Benchmark Metrics

The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. has an annualized alpha of 1.12%, beta of 0.81, and R² of 0.31 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 20, 1994.

  • This stock participated in 132.90% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 123.91% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.31 means the benchmark explains less than half of this stock's behavior — treat beta with caution or consider switching to a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
1.12%
Beta
0.81
0.31
Upside Capture
123.91%
Downside Capture
132.90%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

GGT ranks 46 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


GGT Risk / Return Rank: 4646
Overall Rank
GGT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4949
Sharpe Ratio Rank
GGT Sortino Ratio Rank: 4141
Sortino Ratio Rank
GGT Omega Ratio Rank: 4040
Omega Ratio Rank
GGT Calmar Ratio Rank: 4848
Calmar Ratio Rank
GGT Martin Ratio Rank: 4949
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. (GGT) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


GGTBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.26

0.90

-0.64

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.49

1.39

-0.89

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.06

1.21

-0.15

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.31

1.40

-1.09

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

0.78

6.61

-5.83

Explore GGT risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. provided a 22.39% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.88 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 6 consecutive years.


10.00%12.00%14.00%16.00%18.00%20.00%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.80$1.0020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.88$0.88$0.87$0.87$0.87$0.87$0.87$0.87$0.89$0.87$0.82$0.93

Dividend yield

22.39%20.95%19.59%15.52%16.45%10.14%11.06%10.97%12.75%9.57%11.46%12.53%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.07$0.07$0.08$0.22
2025$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.14$0.08$0.07$0.07$0.08$0.07$0.07$0.08$0.88
2024$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.87
2023$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.87
2022$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.87
2021$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.22$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.22$0.87

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. was 80.93%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 1049 trading sessions.

The current The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. drawdown is 27.75%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-80.93%Dec 13, 19992322Mar 9, 20091049May 8, 20133371
-57.52%Feb 24, 202018Mar 18, 2020174Nov 23, 2020192
-50.01%Jul 6, 2021593Nov 9, 2023
-38.68%Dec 30, 2013534Feb 11, 2016324May 25, 2017858
-26.4%Jul 22, 199836Sep 10, 199878Dec 31, 1998114

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how The Gabelli Multimedia Trust Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for GGT, comparing it with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, GGT has a P/E ratio of 3.2. This P/E ratio is considered low compared to industry peers, which may suggest that the stock is undervalued or that the company has weaker growth prospects.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for GGT compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. GGT currently has a PEG ratio of 0.1. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for GGT relative to other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, GGT has a P/S ratio of 15.2. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for GGT in comparison with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, GGT has a P/B value of 1.0. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



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Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items