Amundi US Announces December Distribution for Pioneer Funds

Amundi US Announces Distribution Details for Pioneer Funds

Amundi US, a leading asset management firm, has officially declared dividends for several of its closed-end funds. This announcement is particularly important for investors holding shares in their Pioneer closed-end funds, as it outlines the financial expectations for the upcoming month.

Key Dates for December 2024 Distributions

Shareholders should note the key dates related to the upcoming distributions:

Ex-Dividend Date

The ex-dividend date is set for December 12, 2024. This is the day when the funds will officially declare what has been earned up until this date, establishing the taxable income for that period.

Record Date

Also on December 12, 2024, the record date will be observed. It is crucial for shareholders to be aware of this, as only those who are recorded as shareholders by this date will receive the dividends declared.

Payable Date

Funds will be payable from December 19, 2024. This is when the declared funds will be disbursed to qualifying shareholders. Ensuring that your shares are intact by the record date means you will benefit from this distribution.

Detailed Distribution Information

The distribution breakdown across various funds is as follows:

Taxable Funds

For the taxable funds, notable distributions include:

• HNW: Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc. - $0.0975 per share
• PHD: Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. - $0.0850 per share
• PHT: Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. - $0.0550 per share

Tax-Exempt Funds

Some tax-exempt fund distributions are noteworthy:

• MAV: Pioneer Municipal High Income Advantage Fund, Inc. - $0.0325 per share
• MHI: Pioneer Municipal High Income Fund, Inc. - $0.0350 per share
• MIO: Pioneer Municipal High Income Opportunities Fund, Inc. - $0.0500 per share

Understanding Distribution Rates

The distribution rates are calculated based on recent market prices and net asset values (NAV). The market prices on November 29, 2024, served as a basis for calculating the distribution rates, which vary across different funds:

• Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc. recorded a distribution rate of 9.49% based on a market price of $12.33.
• Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. had a rate of 10.33% with a market price of $9.87.
• Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. recorded an 8.32% distribution rate at $7.93.

Special Distributions in December 2024

In addition to the usual distributions, Amundi US has announced a special distribution:

Special Ex-Dividend and Payable Dates

The special ex-dividend date is December 23, 2024, with payment scheduled for December 31, 2024. Investors are encouraged to keep track of these dates as this special distribution can significantly affect their investment returns.

About Amundi US

As a global investment leader, Amundi US operates as the US branch of Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager. With a strong presence in Boston, it provides a wide range of investment solutions tailored for wealth management firms and institutional clients worldwide.

With diligent asset management, Amundi oversees approximately $2.445 trillion of assets and is dedicated to responsible investment and helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ex-dividend dates announced by Amundi US?

The key ex-dividend date is December 12, 2024, with a special ex-dividend date on December 23, 2024.

How much are the monthly distributions for the Pioneer funds?

The distributions range from $0.0975 per share for HNW to $0.0500 per share for MIO in the taxable and tax-exempt funds.

Who is eligible to receive the declared dividends?

Only shareholders listed on the record date, December 12, 2024, will be eligible to receive the dividends.

When will the special distribution payments be made?

Special distributions are payable on December 31, 2024, following the special ex-dividend date on December 23, 2024.

What should investors watch for in market distribution rates?

Investors should monitor distribution rates as they may change depending on several factors, including market performance and underlying fund performance.

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