BMEZ is BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (Financial Services). Trading at $16.97. Current dividend yield: 8.20%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $1.37 |
| Current yield | 8.20% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 15, 2026(in 8 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.1100 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 15.76% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 2.45% |
| Payout ratio | 42% |
| Market cap | $1.06B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-08-14 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-07-15 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-06-15 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-05-15 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-04-15 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-03-13 | $0.1100 |
| 2026-02-13 | $0.1100 |
About BMEZ
BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust is a closed-end fund focused on the healthcare and health sciences sector. Its investment objectives are to provide total return and income through long-term capital appreciation.
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Frequently asked
What is BMEZ's dividend yield?
BMEZ (BlackRock Health Sciences Trust) currently has a dividend yield of 8.20%, which works out to about $1.37 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is BMEZ's next ex-dividend date?
BMEZ's next ex-dividend date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 8 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did BMEZ last pay a dividend?
BMEZ's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 31, 2026.
How often does BMEZ pay dividends?
BMEZ pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is BMEZ growing its dividend?
BMEZ has been growing its dividend at a 2.45% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-07. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.