John Hancock Fund Declares $0.1235 Monthly Distribution Per Share
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 20 2025
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Source: PRnewswire
- Distribution Announcement: The John Hancock Preferred Income Fund declared a monthly distribution of $0.1235 per share on December 19, 2025, reflecting a decrease from the previous distribution, indicating urgency in meeting the 2025 federal excise tax distribution requirements.
- Payment Schedule: The ex-date and record date are set for December 29, 2025, with payments expected on January 30, 2026, ensuring timely distribution to investors and enhancing investor confidence.
- Source of Distribution: A portion of the current distribution may include sources other than net investment income, such as a return of capital, necessitating careful understanding by investors to avoid tax misinterpretations.
- Future Outlook: The fund anticipates resuming its regular monthly distribution schedule in February 2026, demonstrating management's confidence in future earnings and commitment to investors.
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About JHI
John Hancock Investors Trust (the Fund) is a closed-end management investment company. The Fund's primary investment objective is to generate income for distribution to its shareholders, with capital appreciation as a secondary objective. The Fund also may purchase preferred securities and may acquire common stock through the exercise of conversion or exchange rights acquired in connection with other securities owned by the Fund. The Fund may invest up to 70% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in debt securities rated below investment grade. Up to 50% of the value of the Fund’s assets may be invested in restricted securities acquired through private placements. It may also invest in derivatives, such as foreign currency forward contracts, credit default swaps, futures contracts, options, foreign currency swaps, interest-rate swaps, swaps, and reverse repurchase agreements. John Hancock Investment Management LLC serves as an investment advisor for the Fund.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
