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NYSE · HPSAsset Management - IncomeUpdated Nov 5, 2026

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III dividend history

Historical payouts, payment dates, and dividend trends.

HPS Dividend History Overview

Dividends are a key part of long-term returns for investors, and John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) has a track record worth reviewing. Looking at dividend history for HPS gives you an idea of how consistent the dividends have been and what you might expect in the future.

Ex-Dividend Date

2026-11-12

Dividend Yield

11.02%

Annual Dividend

$0.11

P/E Ratio

21.75

Payout Ratio

2.30

Dividend per Share

$1.32

EPS

0.55

Ex-Date/EFF DateDividend AmountAdjusted DividendPayment DateDeclaration Date
2026-11-12$0.11$0.112026-11-302026-11-02
2026-10-13$0.11$0.112026-10-302026-10-01
2026-09-11$0.11$0.112026-09-302026-09-01
2026-08-13$0.11$0.112026-08-312026-08-03
2026-07-13$0.11$0.112026-07-312026-07-01
2026-06-11$0.11$0.112026-06-302026-06-01
2026-05-11$0.11$0.112026-05-292026-05-01
2026-04-13$0.11$0.112026-04-302026-04-01
2026-03-12$0.11$0.112026-03-312026-03-02
2026-02-12$0.11$0.112026-02-272026-02-02
2026-01-12$0.11$0.112026-01-302026-01-02

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) Dividend History Chart

The table below shows John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) dividend history over the years, including the amount per share, the payout date, and any adjustments for stock splits.

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) Dividend Growth

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) dividend history also allows you to track its dividend growth over time. This gives you insight into how the company’s earnings and payout ratios have evolved. Tracking this growth can help you gauge the stock's potential for future income.

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