abrdn National Municipal Income Fund files DEF 14A
Ticker: VFL · Form: DEF 14A · Filed: Aug 15, 2025 · CIK: 895574
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (VFL) |
| Form Type | DEF 14A |
| Filed Date | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 16 |
| Reading Time | 19 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $10,001, $50,000, $100,000 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, fund-administration, sec-filing
TL;DR
abrdn Muni Fund filed its proxy statement. Shareholders vote soon.
AI Summary
abrdn National Municipal Income Fund filed a Definitive Proxy Statement (DEF 14A) on August 15, 2025, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The filing provides information to shareholders regarding the company's operations and governance, as required by the SEC. The fund was formerly known as Delaware Investments National Municipal Income Fund.
Why It Matters
This filing is crucial for shareholders as it details important information about the fund's management, voting matters, and financial performance, enabling informed decision-making.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This filing is a routine proxy statement and does not inherently indicate new risks or significant changes.
Key Numbers
- 20250815 — Filing Date (The date the DEF 14A was filed with the SEC.)
- 20250930 — Fiscal Year End (The end date of the reporting period for this proxy statement.)
Key Players & Entities
- abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (company) — Registrant
- Delaware Investments National Municipal Income Fund (company) — Former Company Name
- 1900 MARKET STREET, SUITE 200 (location) — Business Address
- 215-405-5700 (phone_number) — Business Phone
FAQ
What is the purpose of a DEF 14A filing?
A DEF 14A filing, or Definitive Proxy Statement, is used to solicit shareholder votes on important corporate matters, such as the election of directors or executive compensation.
When was abrdn National Municipal Income Fund previously known?
The abrdn National Municipal Income Fund was formerly known as Delaware Investments National Municipal Income Fund, with a name change effective December 9, 2008.
What is the business address of abrdn National Municipal Income Fund?
The business address is C/O ABRDN, 1900 MARKET STREET, SUITE 200, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103.
What is the filing date of this DEF 14A?
This DEF 14A filing was made on August 15, 2025.
What is the fiscal year end for abrdn National Municipal Income Fund?
The fiscal year end for abrdn National Municipal Income Fund is March 30.
Filing Stats: 4,650 words · 19 min read · ~16 pages · Grade level 10.6 · Accepted 2025-08-15 13:48:03
Key Financial Figures
- $10,001 — minees:   Nancy Yao   $10,001 — $50,000   Over $100,0
- $50,000 — Nancy Yao   $10,001 — $50,000   Over $100,000   Tod
- $100,000 — 10,001 — $50,000   Over $100,000   Todd Reit   $10,001
Filing Documents
- tm2523444d1_def14a.htm (DEF 14A) — 161KB
- j25234442_ba001.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 16KB
- j25234442_ba002.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 5KB
- j25234442_ba003.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 5KB
- tm2523444d1_cmnprxycrd1.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 116KB
- tm2523444d1_cmnprxycrd2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 118KB
- tm2523444d1_prefprxycrd1.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 116KB
- tm2523444d1_prefprxycrd2.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 120KB
- 0001104659-25-079162.txt ( ) — 816KB
From the Filing
DEF 14A 1 tm2523444d1_def14a.htm DEF 14A       UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549   SCHEDULE 14A   SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION   Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.        )   Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Definitive Proxy Statement ☐ Definitive Additional Materials ☐ Soliciting Material under §240.14a-12   abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter)     (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)   Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box):   ☒ No fee required. ☐ Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. ☐ Fee computed on table below per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11.             ABRDN NATIONAL MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND 1900 Market Street, Suite 200 Philadelphia, PA 19103 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS To be held on September 30, 2025 TO THE SHAREHOLDERS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual meeting of shareholders of abrdn National Municipal Income Fund ("VFL" or the "Fund") (the "Annual Meeting") will be held at the offices of abrdn Inc., located at 1900 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19103, on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The purpose of the Annual Meeting is to consider and act upon the following proposal (the "Proposal"), and to consider and act upon such other matters as may properly come before the Annual Meeting or any adjournments or postponements thereof: Proposal: Election of Trustees To elect each of Christian Pittard, Nancy Yao, C. William Maher, and Todd Reit as a Trustee of the Fund, with Nancy Yao and C. William Maher being voted upon exclusively by the holders of preferred shares of the Fund. The Proposal is discussed in greater detail in the enclosed Proxy Statement. You are entitled to notice of, and to vote at, the Annual Meeting of the Fund if you owned shares of the Fund at the close of business on August 5, 2025 (the "Record Date"). Even if you expect to attend the Annual Meeting, please complete, date, sign and return the enclosed proxy card(s) in the enclosed postage-paid envelope or authorize your proxy by telephone or through the Internet. We will admit to the Annual Meeting (1) all shareholders of record on the Record Date, (2) persons holding proof of beneficial ownership on the Record Date, such as a letter or account statement from the person's broker, (3) persons who have been granted proxies, and (4) such other persons that we, in our sole discretion, may elect to admit. All persons wishing to be admitted to the Annual Meeting must present photo identification. If you plan to attend the Annual Meeting, we ask that you call us in advance at 1-800-522-5465. This Notice and related proxy materials are first being mailed to shareholders on or about August 15, 2025. Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to Be Held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025: This Notice, the Proxy Statement and the form of proxy card(s) are available on the Internet at https://www.aberdeeninvestments.com/en-us/investor/investment-solutions/closed-end-funds/. On this website, you will be able to access the Notice, the Proxy Statement, the form of proxy card(s) and any amendments or supplements to the foregoing materials that are required to be furnished to shareholders. By order of the Board of Trustees, Megan Kennedy, Vice President and Secretary abrdn National Municipal Income Fund TO AVOID THE UNNECESSARY EXPENSE OF FURTHER SOLICITATION, WHETHER OR NOT YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE ANNUAL MEETING, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR SHARES BE REPRESENTED AND VOTED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING. ACCORDINGLY, YOU ARE REQUESTED TO PLEASE DATE, SIGN AND RETURN THE ENCLOSED PROXY CARD(S) FOR THE ANNUAL MEETING PROMPTLY, OR TO AUTHORIZE THE PROXY VOTE BY TELEPHONE OR THROUGH THE INTERNET PURSUANT TO THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE ENCLOSED PROXY CARD(S). NO POSTAGE IS REQUIRED IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR PROXY CARD(S) BE RETURNED PROMPTLY IN ORDER TO AVOID THE ADDITIONAL EXPENSE OF FURTHER SOLICITATION. August 15, 2025 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ABRDN NATIONAL MUNICIPAL INCOME FUND ("VFL" or the "Fund") 1900 Market Street, Suite 200 Philadelphia, PA 19103 PROXY STATEMENT For the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on September 30, 2025 This Proxy Statement is furnished in connection with the solicitation of proxies by the F