BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (BST) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable to shareholders of record. The ex-dividend date is set for December 21, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to receive the dividend. Eligible shareholders will receive the payment on December 30, 2025.
This dividend represents a substantial decrease of 79.2% from the previous payout of $1.20 per share. The current dividend yield stands at 2.49%, calculated based on the stock price.
The Trust, headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to provide income and total return through a combination of current income, current gains, and long-term capital appreciation. BlackRock Science and Technology Trust typically invests approximately 80% of its total assets in equity securities of both U.S. and non-U.S. science and technology companies across various market capitalizations.
The announcement highlights the Trust's ongoing commitment to providing regular income to its shareholders, although the reduction in the dividend may reflect changing business conditions or shifts in capital allocation priorities. Investors are encouraged to consider the company's dividend history, payout ratio, and overall financial health when assessing the sustainability of its dividend payments.
With a market capitalization of $1.5 billion, a P/E ratio of 8.86, and an EPS of 4.74, BlackRock Science and Technology Trust continues to navigate the complexities of the investment landscape. Upcoming earnings are scheduled for March 5, 2026.