Dividends Announced by Invesco High Income Trust II and Invesco Senior Income Trust
On February 28, 2025, the Board of Trustees for both the Invesco High Income Trust II and Invesco Senior Income Trust revealed the latest dividend payments that will be issued to shareholders of each fund. These announcements hold significant importance as they offer insight into the financial health of the funds and their commitment to returning value to investors.
Key Dividend Information
The trustees confirmed the following dividend payment schedule:
- - Ex-Date: February 18, 2025
- - Record Date: February 18, 2025
- - Reinvest Date: February 28, 2025
- - Payable Date: February 28, 2025
The monthly dividends per share for the two funds are as follows:
- - Invesco High Income Trust II (Ticker: VLT)
- Dividend Amount: $0.09641
- Change from Prior Distribution: No change
- - Invesco Senior Income Trust (Ticker: VVR)
- Dividend Amount: $0.03801
- Change from Prior Distribution: No change
Understanding Distribution Sources
Both funds noted that an estimated portion of these distributions could originate from a return of principal as opposed to net investment income. This information, which is crucial for tax considerations, can be confirmed through the respective notices shared by the funds. Invesco encourages shareholders to visit their
official site to view these notices for detailed clarifications on distribution sources.
Managed Distribution Plans
Starting from August 1, 2018, the Invesco High Income Trust II has been operating under a Managed Distribution Plan. Under this plan, the fund has committed to a fixed monthly distribution amount of 8.5% of the closing market price per share. Conversely, in early January 2025, the Invesco Senior Income Trust implemented changes to their distribution plan, resulting in a reduced monthly dividend per share of $0.0380, down from $0.0430.
Fiscal Year-to-Date Performance
For fiscal year-to-date calculations as of January 31, 2025, the following significant figures have been recorded:
- - Invesco High Income Trust II
- Net Investment Income: $0.0723 (75% of current distribution)
- Estimated Return of Principal: $0.0241 (25% of current distribution)
- Total Current Distribution: $0.0964
- - Invesco Senior Income Trust
- Net Investment Income: $0.0242 (63.68% of current distribution)
- Estimated Return of Principal: $0.0138 (36.32% of current distribution)
- Total Current Distribution: $0.0380
These distributions are calculated per share and show how the funds are managing income and returns in the current fiscal climate.
Factors Influencing Dividend Payments
Several factors impact the consistency and amount of dividends paid by these investment trusts, including market conditions and the effectiveness of their investment strategies. Consequently, it's critical for investors to recognize that past dividend payments do not guarantee future distributions. Invesco warns potential investors of these risks and emphasizes that assessing each fund's net asset value is vital in determining its financial trajectory.
Conclusion
Investors in the Invesco High Income Trust II and the Invesco Senior Income Trust can take both comfort and caution from the recent dividend announcements. While consistent dividends signify a dedication to shareholder returns, understanding the sources of these dividends and the broader implications for future payments is essential. Shareholders are encouraged to stay informed through periodic updates from the fund and by calling Invesco directly for any queries regarding their investments. Having managed assets worth $1.84 trillion as of December 31, 2024, as a global investment powerhouse, Invesco is committed to providing transparency and support to its client base.