HIX is Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc. (Financial Services). Trading at $3.88. Current dividend yield: 14.92%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.59 |
| Current yield | 14.92% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 23, 2026(in 17 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 24, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0490 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 0.03% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 0.00% |
| Payout ratio | 115% |
| Market cap | $349M |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-20 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-10-23 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-09-23 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-08-24 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-07-24 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-06-23 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.0490 |
| 2026-04-23 | $0.0490 |
About HIX
Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc is a diversified closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective is to maximize current income by investing at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in high-yield debt securities. As a secondary objective, the Fund seeks capital appreciation to the extent consistent with its objective of seeking to maximize current income.
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Frequently asked
What is HIX's dividend yield?
HIX (Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc.) currently has a dividend yield of 14.92%, which works out to about $0.59 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is HIX's next ex-dividend date?
HIX's next ex-dividend date is Sep 23, 2026 (in 17 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did HIX last pay a dividend?
HIX's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 24, 2026.
How often does HIX pay dividends?
HIX pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is HIX growing its dividend?
HIX has been holding its dividend flat at a 0.00% 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.