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John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II(NYSE) HPF

Current Price$15.75
Market Cap$340.97MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2002)+392%
5 Year+13%
1 Year+10%
1 Month+1%
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 15.762026-07-24
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.94%USD 15.912026-07-17
1 month+1.42%USD 15.542026-06-24
3 month+1.77%USD 15.492026-04-24
Year to date+3.53%USD 15.222025-12-31
1 year+10.06%USD 14.322025-07-24
3 year+34.14%USD 11.752023-07-25
5 year+13.07%USD 13.942021-07-23
Since inception+392.04%USD 3.202002-11-26

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$340.97MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$79.47M

Net Income (TTM)

$69.19M

EPS (TTM)

$1.30

P/E Ratio

12.15

Dividend

$1.48

Beta (Volatility)

0.46 (Low)

Price

$15.75

Volume

94

Open

$15.75

Previous Close

$15.75

Daily Range

$15.75 - $15.75

52-Week Range

$15.07 - $17.13

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 19, 2025

HPF News

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About John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II operates as a closed-end mutual fund focused on fixed-income assets. The fund is managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC and aims to invest primarily in U.S. fixed-income markets.

Products and Services
  • Invests in preferred value equities and convertible preferred instruments
  • Targets investment-grade rated debt securities
  • Diversified portfolio across various industries
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached $22.13 million, indicating strong performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) dividend yield stands at 9.31%, attracting income-focused investors
  • Market capitalization of approximately $344 million supports growth potential
Financial Highlights
  • Net income for the latest quarter was $17.75 million, showcasing profitability
  • Operating income margin of 102.78% reflects efficient management
  • Debt ratio of 37.21% indicates a balanced capital structure
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II is strategically positioned in the asset management sector, focusing on income generation through fixed-income investments. The fund's diversified approach allows it to navigate various market conditions while targeting high-quality securities. Recent financial performance highlights, including a robust net income and strong operating margins, underscore the fund's operational efficiency. The attractive dividend yield further enhances its appeal to income-seeking investors. Overall, the fund's solid market capitalization and prudent investment strategy suggest a promising outlook for potential growth and stability in the income-focused investment landscape.
AI Generated • Jul 21, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

CEO

Andy Arnott

Headquarters

Boston, MA 02210-2805, US

HPF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

94.75%

Operating Margin

96.14%

Net Income Margin

68.23%

Return on Equity

8.15%

Return on Capital

6.14%

Return on Assets

5.05%

Earnings Yield

8.23%

Dividend Yield

9.40%

Payout Ratio

1.11%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$340.97MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

21.64M

Volume

94

Avg. Volume

33.93K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$70.88M

Operating Income

$81.67M

EBITDA

$92.86M

Operating Cash Flow

$58.59M

Capital Expenditure

-$4.00

Free Cash Flow

$58.59M

Cash & ST Invst.

$2.21M

Total Debt

$206.70M

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II Performance Analysis

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-07-31USD 43,511,88013.8%
20232023-07-31USD 11,186,065-74.3%
20242024-07-31USD 23,236,759107.7%
20252025-07-31USD 35,101,44651.1%
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-31-1.1%
Q22025-01-31-2.0%
Q42025-07-310.1%
Q22026-01-3116.5%
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-07-31USD -1.24N/A
20232023-07-31USD -1.16-6.7%
20242024-07-31USD 2.30N/A
20252025-07-31USD 1.36-40.8%
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-31-20.3%
Q22025-01-31-13.7%
Q42025-07-31-45.5%
Q22026-01-3170.8%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$22.13M

+12.9%

Gross Profit

$19.97M

+28.8%

Gross Margin

90.24%

N/A

Market Cap

$340.97MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

N/A

N/A

Net Income

$17.75M

-35.4%

EBITDA

$22.75M

+30.4%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$2.21M

+780.8%

Total Debt

$206.70M

+0.0%

Accounts Receivable

$5.09M

-21.8%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$206.70M

+0.0%

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

5.05%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

7.16%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$12.61M

-31.0%

Operating Cash Flow

$12.61M

-31.0%

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Questions About HPF

What is the current price of John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II?

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II is trading at $15.75 per share.

What is the 52-week range for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II?

Over the past 52 weeks, John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II has traded between $15.07 and $17.13.

How much debt does John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II have?

As of the most recent reporting period, John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II reported total debt of $207.00M.

How much cash does John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II have on hand?

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II reported $0.00 in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II’s dividend yield?

John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II currently has a dividend yield of 9.40%.

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