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Royce Micro-Cap Trust Announces Quarterly Distribution

On June 1, 2026, Royce Micro-Cap Trust, Inc. (NYSE: RMT) officially announced a regular quarterly distribution of $0.21 per share on its common stock. This anticipated distribution is scheduled for payment on June 29, 2026, to all shareholders recorded by the end of business on June 11, 2026. Importantly, June 11 also marks the ex-dividend date for this distribution, meaning shares must be owned before this date to qualify.

Shareholders who opt to reinvest their distributions can choose to receive their earnings in additional shares of common stock. Alternatively, they may elect to receive the distribution in cash. The share price for those opting for reinvestment will be established on June 18, 2026. This approach offers investors flexibility in how they wish to receive their returns.

Royce Micro-Cap Trust has a Distribution Policy that targets quarterly distributions on its common stock at an annual rate of 7% based on the average net asset values (NAV) from the previous four quarters. It’s noteworthy that during the fourth quarter, distribution rates will be determined by whichever is higher between 1.75% of this rolling average or the minimum required distribution per IRS regulations. Changes to this policy, including the annual rate, may be decided by the Fund's Board of Directors at their discretion.

Breakdown of Estimated Sources for the Upcoming Distribution

The estimated sources of the upcoming distribution on June 29, 2026, as per data from May 31, 2026, are as follows:


For the year 2026 up until May 31, the allocation details are summarized below:

Insight on Fund Performance and Distribution Rate

Investors are reminded that the currently declared distribution and the Fund's distribution policy should not be viewed as indicators of overall investment performance. The reported amounts and allocation sources are estimates and may not align with future tax reporting requirements. Actual amounts will vary based on the Fund's investment experiences and tax regulations will influence distributions and their reporting. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV at the end of the calendar year to assist in tax reporting.

As of May 31, 2026, the Fund's significant performance metrics are as follows:

• - Average Annual Total Return (5-year): 11.90%
• - Annualized Current Distribution Rate: 5.34%
• - Cumulative Total Return (Fiscal Year): 35.72%
• - Cumulative Fiscal Year Distribution Rate: 2.54%

Overview of Royce Micro-Cap Trust

Royce Micro-Cap Trust, Inc. is a closed-end diversified management investment company specializing in the equity securities of companies with market capitalizations of $750 million or less. Its primary objective is to achieve long-term capital growth for its shareholders by investing in smaller companies with growth potential. The trust's shares are listed and publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RMT. Through this strategic approach, Royce Micro-Cap Trust aims to offer sustainable value to its investors over time.