JOHN HANCOCK CLOSED-END FUNDS ANNOUNCE RENEWAL OF SHARE REPURCHASE PLANS

BOSTON , Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Financial Opportunities Fund (NYSE: BTO), John Hancock Diversified Income Fund (NYSE: HEQ), John Hancock Income Securities Trust (NYSE: JHS), John Hancock Investors Trust (NYSE: JHI), John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund (NYSE: PDT), and John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund (NYSE: HTD) (each a "Fund" and collectively, the "Funds") announced today that the Board of Trustees has renewed the Funds' share repurchase plans.  The Board of Trustees approved the renewal of the share repurchase plans as part of its ongoing evaluation of options to enhance shareholder value and potentially decrease the discount between the market price and the net asset value per share ("NAV") of the Funds' common shares.

PRNewsWire • Dec 11, 2025

JOHN HANCOCK CLOSED-END FUNDS DECLARE QUARTERLY DISTRIBUTIONS

BOSTON , Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - The John Hancock closed-end funds listed below declared their quarterly distributions today as follows: Declaration Date: December 1, 2025 Ex Date: December 11, 2025 Record Date:   December 11, 2025 Payment Date: December 31, 2025   Ticker Fund Name Distribution Per Share Change FromPrevious Distribution Market Price as of11/28/2025 Annualized Current Distribution Rate at Market HEQ Diversified Income  $0.2500 - $10.93 9.15 % JHS Income Securities Trust $0.1831 0.0410 $11.87 6.17 % JHI Investors Trust $0.3649 0.0491 $14.00 10.43 % BTO Financial Opportunities Fund $0.6500 - $34.26 7.59 % John Hancock Diversified Income Fund Diversified Income Fund (the "Fund") declared its quarterly distribution pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan (the "HEQ Plan"). Under the HEQ Plan, the Fund makes quarterly distributions in a fixed amount of $0.2500 per share, which will be paid quarterly until further notice.

PRNewsWire • Dec 1, 2025

HEQ: Discount Remains Wide For This Diversified Fund

John Hancock Diversified Income Fund has continued to trade at a persistent double-digit discount, reflecting what appears to be a new normal. HEQ introduced some changes to its name and investment policy in 2024, which have been reflected in a larger allocation to fixed-income exposure over the last year. The fund has an attractive 9.33% distribution rate but has performed relatively poorly against its benchmarks, which could make its wider discount appropriate.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 20, 2025

JOHN HANCOCK DIVERSIFIED INCOME FUND - NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS - SOURCES OF DISTRIBUTION UNDER SECTION 19(a)

BOSTON , Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Diversified Income Fund (NYSE: HEQ) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the "Adviser") and subadvised by Wellington Management Company LLP (the "Subadviser"), announced today sources of its quarterly distribution of $0.2500 per share paid to all shareholders of record as of September 12, 2025, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan.

PRNewsWire • Sep 30, 2025

JOHN HANCOCK CLOSED-END FUNDS ANNOUNCE ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING AND RECORD DATES

BOSTON , Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - The nine John Hancock closed-end funds listed below announced today that each fund's Annual Meeting of Shareholders ("Annual Meeting") will be held on February 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

PRNewsWire • Sep 25, 2025

HEQ: Questionable Dividend Coverage Limits Appeal

HEQ offers a high 9.3% yield and trades at a historically large discount to NAV, appealing for income-focused investors seeking diversification. Dividend coverage is questionable, with inconsistent earnings and reliance on net realized gains, raising the risk of future distribution cuts. The fund's performance is sensitive to interest rates; potential rate cuts could boost NAV, but the magnitude and timing remain uncertain.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 27, 2025

JOHN HANCOCK DIVERSIFIED INCOME FUND NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS - SOURCES OF DISTRIBUTION UNDER SECTION 19(a)

BOSTON , June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Diversified Income Fund (NYSE: HEQ) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the "Adviser") and subadvised by Wellington Management Company LLP (the "Subadviser"), announced today sources of its quarterly distribution of $0.2500 per share paid to all shareholders of record as of June 12, 2025, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan.  This press release is issued as required by an exemptive order granted to the Fund by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

PRNewsWire • Jun 30, 2025

HEQ: Investment Name And Policy Changes Add Flexibility

John Hancock Diversified Income Fund was formerly the John Hancock Hedged Equity & Income Fund, changing its name earlier this year and investment policy. HEQ's new investment policy allows greater flexibility, reducing the equity allocation and enabling more fixed-income exposure for enhanced diversification. Recent portfolio changes show increased fixed-income allocations, which could improve net investment income and distribution stability over time.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 9, 2025

JOHN HANCOCK HEDGED EQUITY & INCOME FUND - REQUIRED NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS - SOURCES OF DISTRIBUTION UNDER SECTION 19(a)

BOSTON , Dec. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Hedged Equity & Income Fund (NYSE: HEQ) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the "Adviser") and subadvised by Wellington Management Company LLP (the "Subadviser"), announced today sources of its quarterly distribution of $0.2500 per share paid to all shareholders of record as of December 12, 2024, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan.  This press release is issued as required by an exemptive order granted to the Fund by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

PRNewsWire • Dec 31, 2024

JOHN HANCOCK ANNOUNCES PORTFOLIO MANAGER CHANGE FOR HEDGED EQUITY & INCOME FUND

BOSTON, July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the "Adviser") today announced changes to the portfolio management team for John Hancock Hedged Equity & Income Fund (NYSE: HEQ). The Fund is advised by the Adviser and subadvised by Wellington Management Company, LLP (the "Subadviser").

PRNewsWire • Jul 30, 2024