Shareholders to Vote on Adding PineBridge as Sub-Adviser for New Preferred Equity Strategy

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XAI Madison Equity Premium Income Fund shareholders will vote on July 30, 2026, to approve adding PineBridge Investments as a sub-adviser to implement a new preferred equity strategy, aiming to enhance income and diversification without increasing fees.

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• Shareholder Meeting Scheduled

  A special meeting of shareholders is set for July 30, 2026, to vote on the proposed sub-advisory agreement with PineBridge Investments LLC.

• New Sub-Adviser Proposed

  PineBridge Investments LLC is proposed to serve as an additional investment sub-adviser, alongside Madison Asset Management, LLC.

• Strategic Investment Shift

  The Fund plans to allocate 20-30% of its managed assets to a new preferred equity securities strategy, complementing the existing covered call equity strategy to optimize income and total return.

• No Increase in Shareholder Fees

  The Fund's overall investment advisory fee will remain unchanged; PineBridge's sub-advisory fee will be paid by XA Investments LLC out of its existing management fee.

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The XAI Madison Equity Premium Income Fund has filed its definitive proxy statement for a special shareholder meeting on July 30, 2026. Shareholders will vote on a proposal to add PineBridge Investments LLC as an additional sub-adviser. This move aims to optimize the Fund's investment strategy by allocating 20-30% of managed assets to a new preferred equity securities strategy, complementing the existing covered call equity strategy. The Board unanimously recommends approval, citing potential benefits like more consistent income, improved total return, and diversification. Importantly, the Fund's overall advisory fees will not increase, as PineBridge's compensation will come from the existing adviser's fee. This strategic enhancement comes as the stock trades near its 52-week low, potentially seeking to improve performance and investor sentiment.