Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC (PFO) Dividend Yield, History & Safety Analysis
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC (PFO) pays a high 7.08% dividend yield, or $0.65 per share annually at a stock price of $9.16. The payout ratio of 76% is moderate. The dividend is currently covered by earnings but leaves less room for growth. Earnings cover the dividend 1.2x. Dividend growth is accelerating — the 3-year CAGR of -0.3% exceeds the 5-year rate of -4.2% and the 10-year rate of -2.7%. The most recent ex-dividend date was June 23, 2026.
- Dividend Yield
- 7.08%
- Annual Dividend
- $0.65
- Payout Ratio
- 75.6%
- Consecutive Years of Growth
- 0
- Ex-Dividend Date
- 2026-06-23
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Earnings Per Share
- $0.81
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PFO's current dividend yield?
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC (PFO) has a dividend yield of 7.08%, paying $0.65 per share annually.
How often does PFO pay dividends?
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $0.65 per share.
Is PFO's dividend safe?
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC's dividend safety is rated "Moderate." The payout ratio of 76% is moderate. The dividend is currently covered by earnings but leaves less room for growth. Earnings cover the dividend 1.2x.
When is PFO's next ex-dividend date?
The most recent ex-dividend date for Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC was June 23, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.
What is PFO's dividend growth rate?
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -4.2%. The 10-year CAGR is -2.7%.
What is PFO's payout ratio?
Flaherty & Crumrine PREFERRED & INCOME OPPORTUNITY FUND INC has a payout ratio of 76%, meaning it distributes 76% of its earnings as dividends. This is a moderate level.
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