BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II

The full company name is Blackrock Science & Technology Term Trust.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”) announced today the final certified voting results of the 2024 Annual Meetings of Shareholders (the “Annual Meetings”) of the ten closed-end funds contested by Saba Capital Management, L.P. (“Saba”): BlackRock Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: BCAT) BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust (NYSE: BFZ) BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust (NYSE: BIGZ) BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ) BlackRock New York.

BlackRock Announces Certified Results of 2024 Annual Meetings of Ten Contested Closed-End Funds

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla.

Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”) announced today that leading independent proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis has issued recommendations for the reelection of ALL of BlackRock's Board nominees and against ALL proposals put forth by dissident shareholder Saba Capital Management, L.P. (“Saba”) at the upcoming contested meetings for ten closed-end funds advised by BlackRock. Glass Lewis has recommended that shareholders vote on the WHITE proxy card: FOR ALL Board nomine.

Glass Lewis Supports ALL of BlackRock's Board Nominees and Rejects ALL of Saba's Proposals to Terminate BlackRock as Investment Adviser at Contested CEF Annual Meetings

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”) announced today that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”), a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has issued additional supportive reports for BlackRock and its Board nominees at several closed-end funds, and against the proposals put forth by dissident shareholder Saba Capital Management, L.P. (“Saba”). ISS has recommended that shareholders vote: AGAINST ALL proposals to terminate BlackRock as investment adviser of.

ISS Rejects ALL Proposals to Terminate BlackRock as Investment Adviser and Recommends Shareholders Support ALL BlackRock Board Nominees at BCAT, BMEZ, BNY, MPA on WHITE Proxy Card at Upcoming CEF Annual Meetings

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Saba Capital Management, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Saba” or “we”) today issued a presentation detailing its plan to deliver shareholder value at 10 BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”) closed-end funds (collectively, the “Funds”).1 The presentation can be viewed here. As a reminder, Saba has submitted proposals to (i.) elect new, independent directors to each of the Funds' Boards of Trustees, and (ii.) terminate the management agreement between BlackRock a.

Saba Capital Releases Presentation Detailing Plan to Deliver Enhanced Shareholder Value at 10 BlackRock Closed-End Funds

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the Board of Trustees of each of BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: ECAT), BlackRock Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: BCAT), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (NYSE: BSTZ), and BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust (NYSE: BIGZ) (each a “Fund,” and collectively the “Funds”) announced increased distribution rates under each Fund's managed distribution plan (“Plan”). Each Fund ha.

BlackRock Announces Increased Distribution Rates for Certain Closed-End Funds

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A couple weeks ago, on May 3, BlackRock BlackRock , the world's largest investment firm, did something that will send a shockwave through our favorite high-yield investments: closed-end funds (CEFs).

BlackRock Just Sent These 8%+ Payers Soaring

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust continues to trade at a deep discount, providing investors with exposure to private technology companies. Although BSTZ's performance has been weak due to a lack of IPOs, I believe it still has the potential for solid results in the long run. Saba Capital Management is targeting BSTZ, among other BlackRock funds, but with a smaller overall stake.

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BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) is an equity closed-end fund that invests in the technology sector. BSTZ initially underperformed due to the slowdown in the technology sector, but has begun to outperform as IPO markets and M&A activity pick up.

BSTZ: Why This CEF Is Outperforming The Sector

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5 out of 22 closed-end fund sectors positive on price and 1 out of 22 sectors positive on NAV. Saba targets BSTZ, while PDX moves to a monthly distribution. First Trust MLP CEF mergers are approved by shareholders.

Weekly CEF Roundup: First Trust MLP CEF Mergers Approved, Saba Buys BSTZ, PDX Goes Monthly

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BSTZ invests across tech stocks and private companies. The fund has underperformed sector benchmarks over the last several years and trades at a deep discount to NAV.

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BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust has underperformed Nasdaq due to its focus on smaller-cap companies. BSTZ trades at a 20.5% discount against its NAV, offering a forward yield of 7.5%. The fund invests 40% of its assets in private companies, adding uncertainty to its NAV calculation and performance.

BSTZ: Going To Take Some Time To Pay Off

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”) released today share repurchase activity for certain BlackRock-advised closed-end funds (the “Funds”) during the quarter ended September 30, 2023. The Funds have authorized open market share repurchase programs (the “Repurchase Programs”) pursuant to which each Fund may repurchase, through November 30, 2023, up to 5% of its outstanding common shares in open market transactions. The Repurchase Programs seek to enhance shareholder v.

BIGZ, BMEZ, BSTZ, BCAT, and ECAT Repurchased over $137 Million of Shares in 2023

BSTZ, BMEZ, and BIGZ have announced a change in distribution policy. The funds will now pay monthly distributions at an annual rate of 6% based on the 12-month rolling average daily net asset value. The new distribution policy will likely not have a significant effect on the funds' market prices, as they are already at significant discounts.

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This 7.9% Payer Just Changed Its Dividend Policy

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Each of BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (NYSE: BSTZ), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ) and BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust (NYSE: BIGZ) (each a “Fund,” and collectively the “Funds”) has announced changes to its distribution rate under its managed distribution plan (“Plan”). Each Fund has adopted a Plan to support a level distribution of income, capital gains and/or return of capital. Effective with the distribution to be declare.

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (BMEZ) and BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust (BIGZ) Announce Changes to Distribution Rates Under Managed Distribution Plans

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock today announced the release of quarterly fund commentaries for BlackRock Innovation and Growth Term Trust (NYSE: BIGZ), BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (NYSE: BSTZ), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: BCAT), BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Term Trust (NYSE: ECAT), and BlackRock 2037 Municipal Target Term Trust (NYSE: BMN) (the “Trusts”) for the second quarter of 2023. Use the links p.

BlackRock Announces Release of Commentaries for Certain Closed-End Funds (BIGZ, BSTZ, BMEZ, BCAT, ECAT, and BMN) and Private Investment Report

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust focuses on equity securities of science and technology companies for rapid and sustainable growth. BSTZ employs a strategy of writing covered call options on a portion of its portfolio to generate additional returns. BSTZ's portfolio is dominated by well-known tech giants and private companies, with a significant exposure to the software and services sector.

BSTZ: A Solid Fund, But Timing Is A Question

BST yields 9.36% and BSTZ yields 11.09% - both pay monthly. Both funds have heavy tech exposure and use covered calls to generate income. Both funds have outperformed in 2023. One of them is selling at a 14% discount.

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