Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, October 2026: PIMCO Funds Fill The Yield List

Our Triple-Factor screen identifies closed-end funds combining a yield above 6.5%, distribution coverage above 90%, and a discount to NAV, using data as of the close of October 9, 2026. PIMCO funds take six of the top seven spots on the yield list, as several that traded at premiums until recently have slipped to discounts. Among our model portfolio holdings, DHF appears on all five lists, and HFRO again has the widest discount at -43.06%.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 21, 2026

PIMCO Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Common Share Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. For the following Funds, the distributions are payable on November 2, 2026 to shareholders of record on October 13, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of October 13, 2026: Monthly Distribution Per Share Fund NYSE Symbol Amount Change From Previous Month Percentage Change.

Business Wire • Oct 1, 2026

Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, September 2026: HFRO's Discount Keeps Widening

Our Triple-Factor screen identifies closed-end funds combining a yield above 6.5%, distribution coverage above 90%, and a discount to NAV, screening over 400 CEFs as of the close of September 15, 2026. Portfolio holdings Highland Opportunities and Income (HFRO), BNY Mellon High Yield Strategies (DHF), PIMCO Dynamic Income Opportunities (PDO), and Blackstone Strategic Credit 2027 (BGB) all rank among this month's top lists. As a reminder, these top lists are meant to be preliminary shortlists for further research, and are not meant to be the final analysis for a buy or sell decision.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 25, 2026

Why This 12.7% Payer Collapsed And How To Dodge Similar Traps

Usually in this space, we dig into 8%+ paying closed-end funds (CEFs) set to hand us strong returns and large income streams.

Forbes • Sep 15, 2026

PHK: Weakening Outlook For Bonds To Weigh On Performance

The PIMCO High Income Fund offers a 12.26% yield but struggles to fully cover distributions, risking net asset value erosion. PHK's portfolio is mostly U.S. dollar-denominated bonds, with modest foreign currency exposure, and maintains a low turnover strategy. Rising inflation and potential Fed rate hikes are likely to pressure PHK's performance and net asset value in the near term.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 9, 2026

PIMCO CEF Premiums Plummet Due To Private Credit Paranoia

All 11 of the PIMCO Taxable CEFs have seen their market prices fall due to the pricing pressure from private credit fears impacting fixed income assets. Nearly all of the PIMCO CEFs have seen the premium to NAV decline, and PAXS now trades at a discount. Several CEFs, including PCN, PDO, and PTY, appear to offer a good buying opportunity now at historically low premiums; however, caution is warranted.

Seeking Alpha • May 27, 2026

PHK: NAV Trending Slightly Higher But Still Not A Buy

PIMCO High Income Fund remains a hold as elevated interest rates constrain NAV growth and dividend coverage. PHK trades at a 2.64% premium to NAV, below its historical average, but growth potential is limited until rates decline. Dividend yield is 12.3% with 92.3% coverage; payouts are likely to remain steady, but a cut could improve long-term sustainability.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 25, 2026

PIMCO Closed-end Funds Declare Monthly Common Share Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. For the following Funds, the distributions are payable on May 1, 2026 to shareholders of record on April 13, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of April 13, 2026: Monthly Distribution Per Share Fund NYSE Symbol Amount Change From Previous Month Percentage Change From Pre.

Business Wire • Apr 1, 2026

PHK: Flat Earnings Can Threaten Dividend Coverage

PIMCO High Income Fund delivered a flat share price over the past year, but total return reached nearly 12% with distributions. PHK's recovery from early 2025 declines demonstrates resilience, though it failed to achieve positive price appreciation. The fund currently offers an attractive monthly dividend yield of approximately 11.7%.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 8, 2026

Pimco Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Common Share Distributions

NEW YORK, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below.

GlobeNewsWire • Dec 1, 2025