PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II (PML)

A recent merger headwind for PML is now resolved, potentially improving the fund's outlook going forward. The muni sector has plenty of short-term momentum, and PML has participated in that. That could continue going forward. The fund invests primarily in investment-grade municipal bonds, aiming for income exempt from regular federal income taxes.

NEW YORK, Sept. 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.

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.

PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II offers diversified, investment-grade municipal bond exposure with tax-exempt income, but is best suited for near-retirees seeking low-risk options. The fund's heavy leverage and weak dividend coverage make it vulnerable to prolonged high interest rates, suppressing both price and income potential. PML trades at a decade-high discount to NAV, presenting a potential entry point for those optimistic about near-term interest rate cuts.

PIMCO taxable CEFs face declining distribution coverage due to lower leverage. Premium valuations have deflated for some funds after distribution cuts, while PIMCO national Muni CEFs now offer better relative value. PIMCO expects a steeper yield curve and views credit valuations as fairly rich - echoing our sentiment.

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:

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.

The article evaluates the PIMCO Municipal Income Fund II (PML) as an investment option at its current market price, focusing on its municipal bond investments. The fund sports a wider discount to NAV than it did during my last review. This helps support a more bullish rating. The exposure to the health care sector is something I view positively.

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%.

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.