Templeton Dragon Fund Declares $0.10 March 2026 Distribution
Templeton Dragon Fund Inc. declared a $0.10 per share distribution for March 2026, with record and ex-dividend dates on March 24 and a payable date on March 31. Under its managed distribution policy, the fund can use long-term capital gains or return of capital to maintain payouts, and the board may alter the policy.
1. Distribution Announcement
On March 12, Franklin Templeton declared that Templeton Dragon Fund Inc. will pay a $0.10 per share distribution for March 2026. The record and ex-dividend dates are March 24, 2026, with payment scheduled for March 31, 2026.
2. Funding Mechanism
Under its managed distribution policy, the fund targets consistent monthly payouts drawn from net investment income and capital gains. If income falls short, TDF may distribute long-term capital gains or return of capital to uphold its payout rate.
3. Board Authority
The board of directors retains the right to modify, terminate, or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could affect the fund’s share price. Return of capital distributions should not be interpreted as fund performance or yield.