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.

Business Wire • Jul 31, 2026

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (BST) and BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) Announce Special Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BST--BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (NYSE: BST) and BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (NYSE: BSTZ) (each, a "Fund" and together, the "Funds") announced today the declaration of special distributions, payable on September 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2026 (ex-date September 15, 2026). The special distributions reflect substantial realized gains generated by the Funds' strong investment performance, including cumulative fiscal year.

Business Wire • Jul 22, 2026

My Income Portfolio-Boosting Returns

The risk-return tradeoff is the financial principle according to which potentially higher returns require accepting higher risk. Risk is the potential for monetary loss or default stemming from market volatility, excessive debt, or unexpected economic downturns. When it comes to volatility, the main culprit is often leverage—the use of borrowed money to fund investments with the goal of multiplying returns.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 6, 2026

BST: Anthropic IPO And Large Dividend Boost Ahead

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust remains a compelling buy, trading at an 11.46% discount to NAV—its deepest in years. BST is positioned to benefit from AI sector momentum and offers early exposure to Anthropic ahead of its anticipated IPO. Dividend yield stands at 6.2%, with strong coverage and a high likelihood of a supplemental payout or base raise by year-end.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 23, 2026

BST: 6% Yield On Tech Assets, 11% Discount (Rating Upgrade)

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust offers high-yield Tech exposure, currently yielding 6.25% with a $0.25 monthly payout. BST trades at an 11.46% discount to NAV, much deeper than its historical averages, presenting an opportunity. Distribution coverage improved to 1.44x in 2025, driven by a 3.5x increase in net realized gains and 7.6% net asset growth.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 20, 2026

Mega Dividends And Growth: Win Big With Up To 11% Yield

Growth darlings prioritize speculative future multiples, while value sectors deliver reliable, current cash flow straight to your wallet. A handful of mega-cap tech firms account for nearly 40% of the entire S&P 500 value. The extreme gap between market-cap weighting and equal weighting matches the absolute apex of the Dot-com bubble.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 7, 2026

My Income Portfolio - Looking For Dividends

Dividend investing provides a consistent income stream, beneficial for those seeking passive income, while growth stocks may require selling shares to realize gains. Seeking dividend income does not rule out focusing on the growth of the portfolio's nominal value, thanks to many funds that see their NAV grow over time. These securities offer a dual advantage: immediate returns through regular, periodic distributions, and capital appreciation through long-term NAV increase.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 1, 2026

Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 270: $27,000 Allocated, $2,987 In Projected Dividends

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio has reached an all-time high, up 42.3% with a 7.77% forward yield and nearly $3,000 in projected annualized dividend income. I maintain strict risk controls, capping positions at 5% and sectors at 20%, while focusing on high-quality assets regardless of market conditions. Recent additions include the NEOS MLP & Energy Infrastructure High Income ETF (MLPI), targeting midstream energy infrastructure and offering a 14-15% distribution yield.

Seeking Alpha • May 4, 2026

BST: A Great Way To Generate Income And Gain Exposure To Anthropic, Databricks, And Anduril

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust offers high-single-digit yields and rare access to private AI and defense-tech companies at a -7.24% NAV discount. BST combines an actively managed tech portfolio, selective covered call strategy, and private investments in Anthropic, Databricks, and Anduril, enhancing total return potential. BST has delivered over 275% total return since inception, never missed or reduced distributions, and currently trades at a compelling margin of safety.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 28, 2026

My Income Portfolio: Dividends Are Forever

Dividend strategies aim to generate steady streams of passive income over time. At the same time, they should not neglect capital growth, so demonstrating that dividend payouts do not erode their underlying value over the long term. A significant portion of my holdings currently show a positive NAV performance since their launch, which remains for me an equally important goal for the long run.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 28, 2026