Aspen Insurance Holdings: Is 7% Good Enough?

  • Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited preferreds offer a 7%+ yield but come with a Ba1 (non-investment grade) rating and non-cumulative, fixed dividends. Compared to peers, AHL preferreds have higher risk and do not stand out for yield or tax advantages, despite trading below par. Current spreads versus Treasuries are not compelling, and better risk-adjusted yields exist elsewhere in the fixed-income market.