| 7 Closed-End Fund Buys (And 4 Sells) In The Month Of April 2025 |
April's market volatility, driven by tariffs and led by tech sector declines, created opportunities to deploy cash. However, it was an opportunity to reposition my portfolio as well, with 2 swap trades to de-risk my portfolio. There were 2 corporate actions in the last month that also saw two more positions removed from my CEF portfolio, but overall, I was a net buyer for the month. |
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2025-05-14 16:36:57 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2025-04-30 23:40:00 |
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| 8 Closed-End Fund Buys (And 2 Sells) In The Month Of March 2025 |
This month we got some increased market volatility, allowing me to put some of my cash pile to work in my closed-end fund portfolio. I also sold out of two positions, as they were starting to become on the more expensive side in terms of discounts/premiums. Adding to my positions regularly every month increases my cash flow annually, and even every month it grows. |
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2025-04-14 19:01:28 |
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| CII: Looking Like A Tempting Opportunity |
BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund has been facing pressure due to market declines, but its current discount and market pullback present an attractive opportunity. The fund has undergone a name change and policy update and had received a significant distribution boost since our last update. The distribution increase was quite sizeable and can make it a more appealing investment choice for investors. |
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2025-04-06 03:33:21 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2025-03-31 21:35:00 |
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| 4 Closed-End Fund Buys (And A Sell) In The Month Of February 2025 |
The tech-heavy Nasdaq started to dip toward the end of February, but a strong last trading day of the month rally clawed back some of those losses. The equal-weighted S&P 500, as measured by the Invesco ETF RSP, held up reasonably well thanks to the value sectors putting up some better performance. Every month, I put some cash to work to grow my CEF portfolio income, though I've been allowing my cash pile to also grow over the last year or so. |
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2025-03-15 23:58:08 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2025-02-28 18:59:00 |
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| 5 Closed-End Fund Buys (And A Sell) In The Month Of January 2025 |
The market had a solid two years back to back, and to kick off 2025, January also saw some of that same upside momentum continue. There was some recent volatility in the market after DeepSeek and tariffs were announced; particularly, NVDA from the Mag 7 group has been sliding. That said, every month, I put some additional capital to work to help grow my cash flow over the long term, and January 2025 was no different. |
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2025-02-13 20:27:45 |
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| CII: Attractive Valuation With Solid Dividend Coverage |
CII offers a high dividend yield of 8.2% and monthly distributions, making it ideal for retired investors seeking reliable income. The fund's option writing strategy limits capital appreciation but provides consistent income. CII trades at a 7.6% discount to NAV, presenting an attractive entry point, especially given its tech sector exposure and AI growth potential. |
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2025-02-11 07:23:01 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2025-01-31 18:30:00 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2024-12-23 21:30:00 |
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| CII: 8.5% Income, 7% Discount, And Lower Volatility |
BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund Inc is a closed-end fund that invests in the equity of large-cap stocks, mostly from the S&P 500. It also utilizes a buy-write call options strategy on the underlying individual holdings to lower volatility and generate income. CII offers a high-income yield of 8.5% after its recent distribution increase and a moderately high discount of roughly 7%. We would rate the fund as a 'hold' for existing owners and a 'buy' for the new investors. |
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2024-12-22 11:00:00 |
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| 11 Closed-End Fund Buys In The Month Of November 2024 |
This month, I've added to 11 different positions, but most of these were related to repurchases after the BlackRock tender offers. While I added to 11 different positions, these were all positions I had already held previously, so there were no new positions this month. In fact, I sold out of a fund to consolidate my holdings and reduce the number of funds held, as I did last month as well. |
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2024-12-15 10:10:45 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2024-11-29 16:41:00 |
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| CII: Name Change And Policy Tweak For This Equity CEF |
The BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund is a buy-write equity CEF with 50 holdings, focusing on large-cap stocks and writing single-name options. The fund is changing its name to BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund and introducing an 80% large-cap equity investment policy, effective December 31, 2024. CII's performance is closely correlated with the S&P 500, benefiting from market volatility through option premiums, but it mirrors market drawdowns. |
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2024-11-26 13:07:44 |
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| BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund, Inc. Approves Name and Investment Policy Changes |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CII--Today, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CII) (the "Fund") approved changing the name of the Fund to “BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund, Inc.” In connection with the name change, the Board has approved the adoption of a non-fundamental investment policy to invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in large cap equity securities and derivativ. |
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2024-11-22 19:00:00 |
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| Equity Bank and CII Launch India-Uganda Trade Mission to Strengthen Bilateral Ties |
In a bid to deepen trade relations and foster new partnerships, Equity Bank Uganda, in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII), today launched the India-Uganda Trade Mission in Kampala. This high-profile two-day event, from 22nd to 23rd October 2024, has drawn entrepreneurs from India alongside Ugandan business leaders to explore bilateral trade opportunities […] The post Equity Bank and CII Launch India-Uganda Trade Mission to Strengthen Bilateral Ties appeared first on... |
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2024-10-23 11:02:12 |
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| CSQ And CII: Attractive Distributions With Solid Track Records |
Closed-end funds often pay relatively higher distribution yields to investors, but it can come at the sacrifice of lower NAV over time. Today, we're looking at two funds that have been able to pay out attractive distribution rates but also have seen their NAVs higher now than at inception. I believe both funds are strong long-term investments, balancing out more modest distribution yields that can allow for NAV to trend flat or potentially appreciate over time, as we've seen. |
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2024-10-18 22:44:31 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2024-09-30 20:30:00 |
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| CII: Discount Stays Attractive With Market Volatility |
BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund offers investors an attractive discount, with the potential for some of that discount to be realized with tender offers. The CII fund's tech-heavy portfolio aligns with its benchmark, the Russell 1000 Index, but they also utilize a covered call strategy. The covered call strategy and strong underlying portfolio performance have led to attractive and stable monthly distributions for investors. |
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2024-09-19 17:51:30 |
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| 9 Closed-End Fund Buys In The Month Of August 2024 |
The broader equity market saw declines in early August but ended near all-time highs to finish off the month. I put some capital to work this month at the low, but not as much as I had planned initially, as the market swiftly recovered. Most of the moves this month were corporate action-driven events, primarily the BlackRock tender offers, as we finished up the first measurement period. |
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2024-09-15 13:24:24 |
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| CII: A Distribution Increase Could Be In This CEF's Future |
The BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund offers a 6.21% yield, higher than money market funds and U.S. Treasuries, making it attractive for income-focused investors. Despite recent underperformance, the fund's net asset value increased by 10.63% since the previous article, suggesting potential for a future distribution increase and share price appreciation. The fund's tech-heavy portfolio and covered call strategy balance income and capital appreciation, but investors should ensure proper diversification due to high-tech exposure. |
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2024-09-13 17:53:53 |
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| ETW: Foreign Currency Exposure Proves Beneficial For This High-Yielding CEF |
ETW: Foreign Currency Exposure Proves Beneficial For This High-Yielding CEF |
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2024-09-10 20:38:39 |
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| CII: Attractive Total Returns, Attractive Distribution, And Trading At A Discount |
BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund (CII) is a closed-end fund that utilizes a covered call strategy. CII has a rather concentrated portfolio, with top holdings in the tech giants, though it isn't unlike the broader market these days. The fund continues to trade at an attractive discount to its NAV, which makes it an appealing choice to consider. |
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2024-06-30 16:23:14 |
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| CII: Obtaining A High Yield At A Discount To NAV |
BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund prioritizes reliable income with consistent distributions and capital appreciation. CII uses an option writing strategy on holdings to generate income, reduce volatility, and maintain a diverse portfolio across sectors. CII offers a high dividend yield of 6.1%, with steady growth in dividends since 2016, making it a strong long-term income investment option. |
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2024-06-18 10:09:48 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2024-05-31 20:30:00 |
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| 5 Best CEFs This Month For A 10% Yield (May 2024) |
For income investors, closed-end funds remain an attractive investment class that covers various asset classes and promises high distributions and reasonable total returns. Closed-end funds, or CEFs, are generally characterized by higher volatility and deeper draw-downs than the broader market. For these reasons, they are not suited for everyone. In this monthly series, we highlight five CEFs with solid track records that pay high distributions and offer "excess" discounts. We try to separate the wheat from the chaff using our filtering process to select just five CEFs every month from around 500 closed-end funds. |
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2024-05-19 14:00:00 |
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| 5 Closed-End Fund Buys In The Month Of April 2024 |
April turned out to be a little more exciting, with the broader equity market pulling back. This helped to create some added volatility that saw discounts widen in some closed-end funds. Every month I put some money to work in an effort to grow my monthly cash flow over time. |
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2024-05-15 21:24:11 |
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| Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions |
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla. |
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2024-04-30 20:30:00 |
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| 5 Best CEFs This Month For A 9% Yield (April 2024) |
For income investors, closed-end funds remain an attractive investment class that covers various asset classes and promises high distributions and reasonable total returns. |
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2024-04-21 13:00:00 |
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