John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II
HPFFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframeJohn Hancock Preferred Income Fund II is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC. The company carries a $330.8M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. It is co-managed by John Hancock Asset Management.
Market Cap
$330.8M
Beta
0.65
P/E (TTM)
11.75
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$1.30
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
8.1%
ROA
3.8%
Cash
—
Total Debt
$206.7M
Free CF
$17.5M
52W Change
-8.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where HPF stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, HPF finished 0.13% above its 150-day moving average ($15.47) and 0.58% above its 200-day moving average ($15.40). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is HPF overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, HPF's RSI(14) was 22.2, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II carries $206.7M in total debt, a figure that investors should evaluate relative to the company's earnings power. Free cash flow comes in at $17.5M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 8.1% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $84.1M to $50.0M.
With a beta below 0.7, John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HPF.