• John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund set a monthly distribution of USD 0.09 per share for August 2026, payable Aug. 31.
• Record date was Aug. 13.
• Estimated distribution mix: USD 0.06 net investment income, USD 0.03 return of capital; no realized capital gains.
• Fiscal year-to-date distributions totaled USD 0.84 per share, including about 70% net investment income, 17% return of capital.
• Managed distribution plan keeps the monthly payout fixed at USD 0.09 per share until further notice.

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