Gabelli Global Utility & Income Trust: Chairman Mario Gabelli absent after March medical incident
The fund disclosed that its trustee and chief investment officer, Mario J. Gabelli, was hospitalized for observation after a medical incident on March 19, 2026, and his return timeline is unknown. Day-to-day portfolio management has shifted to Kevin V. Dreyer and Christopher J. Marangi, and GAMCO's succession plan named Marangi its president on March 22, 2026.
Key points
- Mario J. Gabelli was admitted to hospital for observation and testing after a March 19, 2026 medical incident; his condition is reported as improving.
- Kevin V. Dreyer and Christopher J. Marangi lead the fund's portfolio management team during Mr. Gabelli's absence.
- Christopher J. Marangi was named President of GAMCO on March 22, 2026 under a succession plan in place for several years.
- The filing gives no timeline for Mr. Gabelli's return.
The filing
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