BSTZ is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (Financial Services). Trading at $31.17. Current dividend yield: 6.40%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $2.01 |
| Current yield | 6.40% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 15, 2026(in 10 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.1625 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 14.61% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 2.24% |
| Payout ratio | 52% |
| Market cap | $2.14B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-08-14 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-07-15 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-06-15 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-05-15 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-04-15 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-03-13 | $0.1625 |
| 2026-02-13 | $0.1625 |
About BSTZ
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objectives are to provide total return and income mainly through long-term capital appreciation. The Trust invests a majority of its total assets in equity securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. science and technology companies in any market capitalization range, selected for their rapid and sustainable growth potential from the development, advancement, and use of science and/or technology. Its investment portfolio comprises securities of companies from various industries, such as semiconductors and semiconductor equipment, software, communications equipment, IT services, and entertainment, etc.
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Frequently asked
What is BSTZ's dividend yield?
BSTZ (BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust) currently has a dividend yield of 6.40%, which works out to about $2.01 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is BSTZ's next ex-dividend date?
BSTZ's next ex-dividend date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 10 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did BSTZ last pay a dividend?
BSTZ's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 14, 2026.
How often does BSTZ pay dividends?
BSTZ pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is BSTZ growing its dividend?
BSTZ has been growing its dividend at a 2.24% 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 2026-09-05. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.