PIMCO Municipal Income Fund (PMF)

NEW YORK, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below.

NEW YORK, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below.

NEW YORK, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on July 1, 2025 to shareholders of record on June 12, 2025, with an ex-dividend date of June 12, 2025.

Looking for places to put capital to work as income investors leaves us with many choices, depending on what type of investor you are. Municipal bonds offer tax-free income, making them attractive for high-income earners looking to minimize tax obligations. Today, we are looking at two muni-bond-focused closed-end funds, one being leveraged and a virtually non-leveraged option.

NEW YORK, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Trustees of each of the following funds has approved the following proposals to reorganize the PIMCO closed-end municipal funds (each, a “Merger” and collectively, the “Mergers”), subject to the various shareholder approvals and other contingencies described below:

I evaluated the PIMCO Municipal Income Fund and found it still not compelling enough to upgrade from a "hold" rating. PMF offers a small discount, but sister funds PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II and III have more attractive discounts. Despite a positive return, PMF underperformed compared to cash over the past year, indicating relative weakness.

NEW YORK, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on March 3, 2025 to shareholders of record on February 13, 2025, with an ex-dividend date of February 13, 2025.

PIMCO Muni CEF distribution coverage levels have sharply fallen to around 80%, correcting previously inflated figures likely due to calculation errors. Taxable PIMCO CEFs delivered strong returns, with PAXS and PDO benefiting from the CMBS market recovery, and PGP supported by its equity sleeve. Further NAV falls may pressure future distributions due to lack of retained income.

NEW YORK, Nov. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on December 2, 2024 to shareholders of record on November 12, 2024, with an ex-dividend date of November 12, 2024.

We take a look at the PIMCO CEFs coverage, valuation, and performance. Distribution coverage for PIMCO's Muni CEFs has surged, coinciding to the retirement of auction-rate preferreds, but the increase is too high. Taxable CEFs' distribution coverage has declined, with only PDO maintaining over 100% coverage, while the rest average just above 71%.

The best taxable closed-end funds are PHK, PFN, and at slightly cheaper valuations, PDI and PCN; best munis are PMF, NY funds, and PCK in CA. Distributions are safe due to funds monetizing premiums via at-the-market offerings, supplementing net investment income. Coverage ratios for muni CEFs may be overstated; future UNII reports will clarify the impact of new leverage costs.

NEW YORK, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on November 1, 2024 to shareholders of record on October 11, 2024, with an ex-dividend date of October 11, 2024.

NEW YORK, July 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on August 1, 2024 to shareholders of record on July 11, 2024, with an ex-dividend date of July 11, 2024.

NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on July 1, 2024 to shareholders of record on June 13, 2024, with an ex-dividend date of June 13, 2024.

NEW YORK, May 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund's common shares as summarized below. The distributions are payable on June 3, 2024 to shareholders of record on May 13, 2024, with an ex-dividend date of May 10, 2024.

The article evaluates the PIMCO Municipal Income Fund as an investment option, highlighting its use of leverage and widening discount to NAV. I suggest that the outlook for fixed-income munis is improving, despite headwinds such as inflation and a more hawkish Fed. This article emphasizes the income potential and tax advantages of munis, making a case for considering them as an investment option.