Franklin Templeton Announces Availability of 19(a) Notices for Certain Closed-End Funds

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 19(a) monthly distribution notices for Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: TEI) are now available. These informational notices provide further details on the sources of the funds' monthly distributions and follow the most recent distribution announcement. The table below provides an estimate of the sources of the Fund's current distribution and its cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date. Amounts are expressed on a per share o.

Business Wire • Jan 30, 2026

Franklin Templeton Announces Distributions for Certain Closed-End Funds Pursuant to their Managed Distribution Policy for the Months of January, February and March 2026

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Templeton announced today that certain closed-end funds have declared distributions pursuant to their managed distribution policy for the next three months. Month Record Date Ex-Dividend Date Payable Date January 1/23/2026 1/23/2026 1/30/2026 February 2/20/2026 2/20/2026 2/27/2026 March 3/24/2026 3/24/2026 3/31/2026 Ticker Fund Name Month Amount   Change from Previous Distribution TEI Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund January $0.0475   - Feb.

Business Wire • Jan 13, 2026

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (“TEI” or the “Fund”) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund [NYSE: TEI] Notification of Sources of Distributions Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940  The Fund's estimated sources of the distribution to be paid on December 31, 2025, and for the fiscal year 2025 year-to-date are as follows: Estimated Allocations for December Monthly Distribution: Distribution Per Share Net Investment Income Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains Net Realized Long-Term.

Business Wire • Dec 30, 2025

TEI: Come For The EM Exposure, Stay For The Double-Digit Return

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund has delivered equity-like returns recently, driven by global rate cuts and EM spread tightening. TEI's portfolio is heavily weighted toward non-investment grade EM government bonds, with significant currency and credit risk exposure. The fund's 9% distribution is now well-supported by net investment income, with minimal return of capital required in the latest fiscal year.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 24, 2025

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (“TEI” or the “Fund”) Announces Distribution

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund [NYSE: TEI] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0475 per share, payable on December 31, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 15, 2025 (Ex-Dividend Date: December 15, 2025). Additionally, the Fund announced a year-end special distribution from net investment income of $0.3050 per share, payable on December 31, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 15, 2025 (Ex-Dividend.

Business Wire • Dec 5, 2025

The Chemist's Triple-Factor Closed-End Fund Report, October 2025

The Triple-Factor CEF Report screens over 400 funds for high yield (>6.5%), strong coverage (>90%), and discount to NAV, balancing yield, sustainability, and value. Top lists include funds with widest discounts, best z-scores, highest yields, and best combined metrics, offering potential for price appreciation and enhanced yields. Explore top lists for further research; these shortlists are not final buy/sell recommendations. Always verify coverage ratios with official fund documents.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 25, 2025

Income-Covered Closed-End Fund Report, October 2025

This report screens ~400 closed-end funds for those with distribution coverage above 100%, aiming to identify lower-risk income opportunities for investors. Key metrics include premium/discount, z-score, leverage, baseline expense, and coverage. Top picks feature funds that offer high yields, deep discounts, and strong coverage, highlighting attractive value and income potential.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 21, 2025

TEI: Inconsistent Dividend Coverage Limits Appeal

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund offers global income diversification and a high 9.1% yield, but faces challenges in dividend sustainability. TEI's portfolio is heavily weighted toward emerging markets with lower credit ratings, exposing it to higher default and interest rate risks. Despite a recent 19.1% total return, TEI's NAV growth has been weak, and distributions often exceed earnings, raising concerns about long-term payout stability.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 18, 2025

Income-Covered Closed-End Fund Report, September 2025

This report screens ~400 closed-end funds (CEFs) for those with 100%+ net investment income coverage, highlighting lower risk of distribution cuts. Top lists identify CEFs with the widest discounts, most attractive z-scores, highest covered yields, and best combinations of value and income. Investors are encouraged to use these rankings as a starting point for due diligence, not as final buy or sell recommendations.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 22, 2025

TEI: Profit From The U.S. Dollar's Decline With This Bond CEF

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund offers a high 9.39% yield, outperforming major bond indices, but trails peers in total return over the long term. TEI's unique strategy of investing in local currency emerging market debt positions it to benefit from U.S. dollar weakness, which has driven strong recent performance. Inflation will almost certainly get worse as the Fed starts lowering interest rates, and this benefits foreign currency bonds.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2025