Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund

NFJ

Market cap $1.25B

Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund blends equities, covered calls, and convertibles to target high yield with a current 9.58% dividend. NFJ's portfolio is equity-heavy, favoring Financials and Tech, with 22% in investment grade and 72% in unrated securities. Despite outperforming peers in the short term, NFJ's NAV and price lagged over 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year periods, and it suffered in rising rate environments.

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) (the “Fund”), a closed-end fund, announced today that the Board of Trustees approved the renewal of its open market share repurchase program (the “Program”) that was initially approved in February 2025. Pursuant to the Fund's repurchase program, the Fund may repurchase up to 5%1 of its outstanding common shares (based on common shares outstanding on March 4, 2026) on the open market at a discount.

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) today announced the following quarterly distribution: Ticker Amount of Distribution Ex-Date/Record Date Payable Date NFJ $0.305 March 16, 2026 March 30, 2026 Under the terms of its Managed Distribution Plan, the Fund will seek to maintain a consistent distribution level that may be paid, in part or in full, from net investment income and realized capital gains, or a combination thereof. Sharehold.

The Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NFJ) offers a 9.41% yield, prioritizing high current income and capital preservation over total return. NFJ's distribution is currently covered by investment profits, with net asset value rising 3.5% since July 2025, outperforming higher-yielding peers on sustainability. The fund trades at a 9.75% discount to NAV, more attractive than peers, though less than its long-term average, making it compelling for income-focused investors.

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) today announced the following quarterly distribution: Ticker Amount of Distribution Ex-Date/Record Date Payable Date NFJ $0.305 December 11, 2025 December 30, 2025 Under the terms of its Managed Distribution Plan, the Fund will seek to maintain a consistent distribution level that may be paid, in part or in full, from net investment income and realized capital gains, or a combination thereof. Sha.

Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund offers a high 9.3% yield, blending equities and convertible securities for income and capital preservation. NFJ's option writing strategy supports distributions but limits capital appreciation; most returns come from consistent, high payouts rather than share price growth. Currently trading at a historically low discount to NAV, NFJ may not be attractively valued for new accumulation but maintains a strong earnings track record.

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HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) today announced the following quarterly distribution: Ticker Amount of Distribution Ex-Date/Record Date Payable Date NFJ $0.305 September 12, 2025 September 29, 2025 Under the terms of its Managed Distribution Plan, the Fund will seek to maintain a consistent distribution level that may be paid, in part or in full, from net investment income and realized capital gains, or a combination thereof. S.

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund (NYSE: NFJ) (the “Fund”), a closed-end fund advised by NFJ Investment Group and Voya Investment Management, today announced that Thomas Oliver, CFA, CPA, is no longer a portfolio manager of the Fund. The Fund will continue to be managed by John Mowrey, CFA, executive managing director, chief investment officer, and senior portfolio manager and analyst, Burns McKinney, CFA, managing director and senior portfo.

Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund offers a 9.52% yield, outperforming major equity and bond indices, making it attractive for income-focused investors. The fund uses a covered call strategy with a mix of equities and convertibles, aiming for income and lower volatility, ideal for retirees seeking stability. While its yield is above peer median, NFJ lags top peers in total returns and currently trades at a smaller discount than its historical average, suggesting patience may be warranted.