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BlackRock MuniAssets Fund declares $0.049 dividend

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (NYSE:MUA) declares $0.049/share monthly dividend, in line with previous. Forward yield 3.66% Payable Sept. 1; for shareholders of record Aug. 15; ex-div Aug. 13. See MUA Dividend

Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds

NEW YORK, August 02, 2021--Certain BlackRock closed-end funds (the "Funds") announced distributions today as detailed below.

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BlackRock MuniAssets Fund declares $0.052 dividend

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (MUA) declares $0.052/share quarterly dividend, in line with previous.Forward yield 1.35%Payable June 1; for shareholders of record May 14; ex-div May 13.See MUA Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart,

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund declares $0.0525 dividend

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (MUA) declares $0.0525/share monthly dividend, in line with previous.Forward yield 4.14%Payable May 3; for shareholders of record April 15; ex-div April 14.See MUA Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart,

Muni Bond Perspectives On The 2020 Election

In years with presidential elections, we take a deeper dive into how the national election could impact state and local governments.Political risk is also an important component of our analysis, as the political party makeup of the executive and legislative branches can have a large impact on municipal bonds.We think it is unlikely we'll see any additional aid ahead of the election, but post-election we think the potential rises, particularly if Democratic nominee Joe Biden wins in the US presidential race.Regardless of the November election outcome, we are prepared to take advantage of any changes to the muni bond market where we see potential investment opportunities.

Muni Bonds Turn Toward The Election

While most polls have Vice-President Biden ahead by 6-7% points, we know the race has the potential to be much closer.A higher marginal rate should also flatten the muni yield curve over time as the demand for longer-dated paper increases because of the benefits it provides on a taxable equivalent yield.More fiscal stimulus, more deficits, and an immediate infrastructure program are all strong possibilities if we get the Blue Wave that sweeps the White House, House, and Senate all into the Democratic column.

Our 'Borrower's Paradise' Continues

In U.S. high yield bonds we find the riskiest of credits.I have some concerns about municipal bonds and am particularly concerned about municipal pension bonds.Our 'Borrower's Paradise' is also good news for many leveraged ETFs and closed-end funds.