Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Certain BlackRock closed-end funds (the “Funds”) announced distributions today as detailed below. Note: BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund, Inc. (CII) declared its December distribution on 10/1/2025 with an Ex-Date of 12/22/2025 and Payable-12/31/2025. It also declared a special distribution on 11/14/2025 with an Ex-Date of 12/3/2025 and Payable- 1/16/2025. 10/1/2025 - Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds 11/17/2025 - Bla.

Business Wire • Dec 12, 2025

Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--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), BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CII), BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (NYSE: BST), BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (NYSE: BSTZ), BlackRock Technology and Private Equity Term Trust (NYSE: BTX), BlackRock Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: BCAT), and BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: ECAT) (collectively, the “Funds”) paid the following distributions per share

Business Wire • Nov 28, 2025

BBN: Taxable Munis Are Always Slightly Odd

BBN offers a 6.2% real yield by taking long tenor interest rate risk but keeps credit risk low via high-quality taxable municipal bonds. Active management and leverage boost returns, but headline yield is inflated by return of capital; true income is lower than it appears. BBN's structure suits investors seeking high muni income within tax-advantaged accounts, rather than those needing tax-free income.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 27, 2025

CEF Weekly Review: More CEF Liquidations

We review the CEF market valuation and performance through the third week of July and highlight recent market action. Muni CEFs underperformed due to rising long-term rates, while equity-linked sectors like Convertibles and Utilities outperformed. The liquidation of Pioneer Muni CEFs MAV, MHI, and MIO highlights ongoing activist pressure and evolving fund management strategies in the sector.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 28, 2025

BlackRock Taxable Municipal Bond Trust (BBN) Announces Distribution Dates and an Increase to the Monthly Distribution Rate

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--BlackRock Taxable Municipal Bond Trust (the “Fund”) announced today an increase to its monthly distribution rate, driven by higher Fund earnings. The new annualized distribution rate is approximately 7% on BBN's NAV. Shareholders will receive the higher distribution rate starting with the August 2025 distribution. Details are highlighted in the table below: Fund Name Ticker August 29, 2025 Distribution Change From Prior Distribution Percent Increase BlackRock Taxable.

Business Wire • Jul 11, 2025

BBN: Taxable Munis Have Been Holding Up Well Amidst The Uncertainty

The BlackRock Taxable Municipal Bond Trust (BBN) seeks high current income and capital appreciation through taxable municipal bonds. BBN has shown resilience with low volatility during market sell-offs, validating my previous bullish stance. Despite a slight reduction in the discount to NAV, BBN still offers value, trading at a 5% discount.

Seeking Alpha • May 15, 2025

BBN: I Believe This Fund Is In The 'Buy' Zone (Rating Upgrade)

The BlackRock Taxable Municipal Bond Trust (BBN) aims for high current income and capital appreciation through taxable municipal bonds. I previously favored tax-exempt munis over BBN, but my outlook on this is shifting heading into 2025. BBN's discount to NAV has widened to above 7% since March, making it slightly cheaper despite modest positive returns.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 18, 2024

CEF Report | May 2024 | Activism Is Heating Up

Taxable bond CEF space value shrinking as discounts tighten. Opportunities exist, especially following activists. Focus on top-down assessment, cheap sectors, and specific funds like Cohen & Steers Select Preferred and Income.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 13, 2024

BBN: Inflation Is Persistent, Don't Get Carried Away With Leveraged Plays

BlackRock Taxable Municipal Bond Trust has not performed as well as expected, with returns not keeping up with cash. The high amount of leverage in BBN and lack of progress in inflation make a cautious "hold" rating more appropriate. The expected increase in new muni issuance and struggles in the commercial real estate market pose risks for the municipal bond market.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 14, 2024

The 8% Income Portfolio: 2023 Year-End Review

2023 year-end review of our 8% Income Portfolio. This high-income portfolio earned over $29,000 in distributions amounting to over 14% yield-on-cost basis and roughly 8.6% on average portfolio value. We will provide updates on trades during the year, dividends collected, and overall performance. As usual, we will compare the performance with a traditional 60:40 stock/bond portfolio.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 26, 2024