John Hancock announces monthly distributions for closed-end funds

John Hancock released its distribution schedule for November 2026, covering five of its closed-end investment funds. Investors of record as of November 12 will receive payments on November 30, 2026.

The declaration includes funds HPI, HPF, HPS, PDT, and HTD. Distribution amounts per share range from $0.0883 for the Premium Dividend Fund to $0.1580 for the Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund. Additionally, the company noted that the three Preferred Income funds (HPI, HPF, and HPS) have officially transitioned their fiscal year-end dates to October 31.

Distributions for the managed funds may be sourced from net investment income, realized capital gains, or return of capital. The firm stated that final tax characterization for these distributions will be provided to shareholders via Form 1099-DIV after the conclusion of the calendar year.