MUA

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (MUA) declares $0.0525/share monthly dividend, in line with previous.Forward yield 4.12%Payable March 1; for shareholders of record Feb. 16; ex-div Feb. 12.See MUA Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart,

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (MUA) declares $0.0525/share monthly dividend, in line with previous.Forward yield 4.27%Payable Feb. 1; for shareholders of record Jan. 15; ex-div Jan. 14.See MUA Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart,

BlackRock MuniAssets Fund (MUA) declares $0.0525/share monthly dividend, in line with previous.Forward yield 4.22%Payable Dec. 31; for shareholders of record Dec. 15; ex-div Dec. 14.See MUA Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart,

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.

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.

Certain BlackRock closed-end funds (the "Funds") announced distributions today as detailed below.