PPT is Putnam Premier Income Trust (Financial Services). Trading at $3.40. Current dividend yield: 9.07%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.31 |
| Current yield | 9.07% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 23, 2026(in 19 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 24, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0260 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | -5.36% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 0.00% |
| Payout ratio | 101% |
| Market cap | $325M |
| Exchange | XNYS |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-20 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-10-23 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-09-23 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-08-24 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-07-24 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-06-23 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.0260 |
| 2026-04-23 | $0.0260 |
About PPT
Putnam Premier Income Trust is a closed-end fixed income fund that prominently invests in U.S. government, agency, high-yield, and international fixed income securities. The fund aims to provide high current income while preserving capital by diversifying across multiple bond markets beyond traditional benchmarks. Its portfolio includes various sectors such as investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, bank loans, and emerging market debt. Revenue for the trust is generated through interest income and capital gains from its investments in a fixed fund, which operates on the New York Stock Exchange and focuses on managing a diverse range of fixed-income assets across various countries.
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Frequently asked
What is PPT's dividend yield?
PPT (Putnam Premier Income Trust) currently has a dividend yield of 9.07%, which works out to about $0.31 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is PPT's next ex-dividend date?
PPT's next ex-dividend date is Sep 23, 2026 (in 19 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did PPT last pay a dividend?
PPT's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 24, 2026.
How often does PPT pay dividends?
PPT pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is PPT growing its dividend?
PPT 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 2026-09-04. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.