BST is BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (Financial Services). Trading at $50.76. Current dividend yield: 7.77%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $3.95 |
| Current yield | 7.77% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 15, 2026(in 9 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2500 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 14.02% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 9.62% |
| Payout ratio | 19% |
| Market cap | $1.76B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-08-14 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-07-15 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-06-15 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-05-15 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-04-15 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-03-13 | $0.2500 |
| 2026-02-13 | $0.2500 |
About BST
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust is a closed-end management investment company. Its investment objectives are to provide total return and income through long-term capital appreciation.
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Frequently asked
What is BST's dividend yield?
BST (BlackRock Science and Technology Trust) currently has a dividend yield of 7.77%, which works out to about $3.95 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is BST's next ex-dividend date?
BST's next ex-dividend date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 9 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did BST last pay a dividend?
BST's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 31, 2026.
How often does BST pay dividends?
BST pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is BST growing its dividend?
BST has been growing its dividend at a 9.62% 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 2026-09-06. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.