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Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Announces Monthly Distribution

On January 22, 2026, the Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund, Inc. (referred to as the "Fund") confirmed its monthly distribution as part of its Managed Distribution Policy. The Fund declared a distribution of $0.15340 per share on the outstanding common stock, which is set to be paid on February 23, 2026. Shareholders of record as of February 10, 2026, will receive this distribution. This ex-dividend date is also scheduled for February 10, 2026, meaning that shareholders must hold the stock before this date to be eligible for the distribution.

In conjunction with this announcement, the Fund has provided a breakdown of its distributions for the current fiscal period. The table below outlines the sources of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid so far:


The average annual total return relative to the Net Asset Value (NAV) for the five-year span, ending December 31, 2025, stands at 7.40%. For this current distribution, the annualized rate expressed as a percentage of NAV as of the same date is 10.02%. It’s important to note that the cumulative total return in relation to NAV for the fiscal year through December 31, 2025, is recorded at 15.34%, while the cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV is 0.83%.

Investors should be aware that the Fund has likely distributed more than its net investment income and realized capital gains. Therefore, a portion of the upcoming distributions may be classified as return of capital. This return of capital signifies the reimbursement of some or all of the initial investment made in the Fund. It’s crucial to understand that such distributions don't directly indicate the Fund's performance and should not be mistaken for yield or income.

The distribution figures provided are estimates, not intended for tax reporting, as actual amounts may vary based on the Fund’s investment performance throughout the fiscal year. For tax purposes, investors will receive a Form 1099-DIV from their financial intermediary, detailing how to report these distributions for federal income tax. For any queries or additional details, shareholders can contact the Fund’s investor services.

As of December 31, 2025, the Fund's approach centers on achieving total returns that merge capital appreciation with current income. It invests in a wide array of approximately 60 to 80 equity securities domestically and internationally, prioritizing organizations with a market capitalization exceeding $2 billion. This strategy also encompasses investments in emerging market currencies, facilitated primarily through forward currency contracts, as well as debt obligations of various government and corporate entities.

The investment management service for the Fund is executed by Lazard Asset Management (LAM), which is a subsidiary of Lazard, Inc. As of the previous year's end, LAM manages client assets totaling $254.3 billion across various investment products. For additional insights, visit Lazard Asset Management's official website.

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