Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund
CSQFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeCalamos Strategic Total Return Fund is a closed ended balanced mutual fund launched by Calamos Investments LLC. With a market capitalization of $3.17B, it sits in mid-cap territory. The fund is managed by Calamos Advisors LLC.
Market Cap
$3.17B
Beta
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P/E (TTM)
3.02
P/E (Fwd)
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EPS (TTM)
$6.55
EPS (Fwd)
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ROE
34.7%
ROA
0.4%
Cash
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Total Debt
$1.41B
Free CF
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52W Change
2.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CSQ stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, CSQ finished 1.54% above its 150-day moving average ($19.49) and 3.45% above its 200-day moving average ($19.13). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CSQ overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, CSQ's RSI(14) was 36.0, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund carries $1.41B in total debt, a figure that investors should evaluate relative to the company's earnings power. Return on equity stands at 34.7%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 0.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from -$601.2M (2022) to $723.7M (2025), reflecting a 220% increase over the period.
Investors considering Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund should weigh the typical risks associated with CSQ's sector, size, and financial profile against their own risk tolerance and investment objectives. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing CSQ's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.