BlackRock Science and Technology Trust Stock News

Risk is the probability of a negative event in the future. An abstract concept that is not measurable; otherwise it would not be risk. Ascertaining value is the first step in controlling risk, that is, in reducing the possibility of incurring losses that cannot be predicted in advance. My choice to invest in securities with positive NAV performance over time is a way to try to control risk.

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust offers an attractive 8% dividend yield by selling investments periodically and by using option strategies. BST primarily invests in tech companies, with significant exposure to semiconductors, software, and tech hardware, providing high-tech sector returns. Managed by BlackRock, BST offers income investors a high dividend yield compared to low-yield tech E...

Despite recent declines, the Dividend Harvesting Portfolio remains profitable, generating $1,908.79 in forward dividend income with a 23.38% return on invested capital. I believe the Fed's rate cuts are misplaced, and lower rates are needed to reduce housing costs and further curb inflation. I am bullish on 2025, expecting the portfolio to generate between $2,500-3,000 in dividend income, drive...

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 Divid...

The BlackRock Science and Technology Trust (BST) offers an 8% yield, trading at a -7.72% discount to NAV, and is poised for capital appreciation. With interest rates declining and a pro-business administration, 2025 is expected to continue 2024's bullish trend, benefiting BST's underlying holdings. Despite BST's underperformance compared to the S&P 500, its lucrative distribution and exposure t...

Twenty-six new analysts joined Seeking Alpha in November, sharing diverse investment ideas highlighting their unique backgrounds and expertise. Top picks include U.S. Bancorp Preferred Series A, Hershey, and PepsiCo, emphasizing undervalued opportunities, dividend stability, and strategic growth potential. Analysts also spotlighted strong sell recommendations like BlackRock Science and Technolo...

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 Divid...

BST's dual mandate of growth and income via covered call writing and a managed distribution plan has led to underperformance, lagging the NASDAQ by 9% YTD. The fund's 8% "dividend yield" is misleading, as it relies on option writing and capital returns, limiting upside and hindering long-term growth. Portfolio changes show increased concentration and a significant rise in Nvidia's weight, highl...