John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the financial services sector, John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund focuses on Asset Management services and products. John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund is a closed ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC. The company carries a $579.4M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. It is co-managed by John Hancock Asset Management.
Market Cap
$579.4M
Beta
0.71
P/E (TTM)
4.62
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$2.55
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
18.1%
ROA
2.9%
Cash
—
Total Debt
$373.7M
Free CF
$32.2M
52W Change
-10.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PDT stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 9, 2026 close, PDT finished 4.96% below its 150-day moving average ($12.51) and 4.73% below its 200-day moving average ($12.48). 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 PDT overbought or oversold?
At the October 9, 2026 close, PDT's RSI(14) was 40.3, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund carries $373.7M in total debt, a figure that investors should evaluate relative to the company's earnings power. Free cash flow comes in at $32.2M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 18.1%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.9% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from -$52.9M (2022) to $70.5M (2025), reflecting a 233% increase over the period.
As with any equity investment, PDT carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PDT.