PIMCO INCOME STRATEGY FD

NEW YORK, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on July 1, 2025 to shareholders of record on June 12, 2025, with an ex-dividend date of June 12, 2025.» Mehr auf globenewswire.com

PFN offers a high 11.9% yield and broad debt diversification, appealing to income-focused investors during market volatility. Current high interest rates suppress PFN's price and NAV, with no near-term rate cuts likely, limiting upside potential. Earnings have been inconsistent, raising concerns about the sustainability of PFN's generous dividend and the risk of future cuts.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

PIMCO's taxable CEFs have seen a significant increase in distribution coverage, likely more driven by interest rate swaps rather than reduced leverage costs. PIMCO has sharply reduced leverage and duration risk across its taxable CEFs, positioning defensively amid tight credit spreads and low longer-term rates after the first Fed cut. Valuations have deflated slightly, with the average taxable premium just above 10%; PIMCO Muni CEF valuations are reasonable, especially for CA and NY state funds.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com