BlackRock closed-end funds pay August 31 distributions; BCX at $0.07 a share

BlackRock reported monthly distributions paid Aug. 31, 2026 across multiple closed-end funds, led by ECAT at USD 0.27 per share.

• BCAT paid USD 0.25 per share.
• BME paid USD 0.26 per share.
• BST paid USD 0.25 per share.

BCAT and ECAT distributions are set to target a 20% annual rate based on a 12-month rolling average daily NAV.

Estimated Aug. 31 ECAT payout mix:

• USD 0.01 net income
• USD 0.05 long-term gains
• USD 0.2 return of capital

Estimated Aug. 31 BCAT payout mix:

• USD 0.01 short-term gains
• USD 0.05 long-term gains
• USD 0.2 return of capital