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Master Limited Partnerships

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A Master Limited Partnership (MLP) is a publicly traded partnership that is predominantly involved in energy infrastructure, and as a result, exposed to the growing production of US energy sources.

  • Must have 90% from qualifying sources of income, mostly energy related.

  • Generally, an investor may purchase units of MLPs on established US security changes, like publicly traded stock. 

  • The Majority of MLPs are engaged in natural gas businesses rather than oil1

THE HISTORY OF MLPS

Source: National Association of Publicly Traded Partnerships, June 30, 2014

The Majority of MLPs in the Alerian Index are not in the crude oil business

Source : Bloomberg; GSAM. As of 1/16/2014. The economic and market forecasts presented herein are for informational purposes as of the date of this presentation. There can be no assurance that the forecasts will be achieved.  Please see additional disclosures at the end of this presentation. 

MIDSTREAM COMPANIES ARE OFTEN FORMED AS MLPS

Companies and industries (Midstream) that efficiently connect the producers (Upstream) to the consumers (Downstream) may be poised to profit.

Upstream, Midstream, Downstream

Potential Advantages of Investing in MLPs through a Mutual Fund

  • A diverse portfolio selected by professional investors
  • Simplified tax reporting since the investor receives a familiar Form 1099 DIV
  • The investor may potentially receive a distribution from the fund