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Special Opportunities Fund, Inc. is a close-ended balanced fund of funds launched and managed by Bulldog Investors, LLC. It invests in close-ended funds investing in public equity and fixed income markets. The fund employs a combination of value, opportunistic and special situations strategies to make its investments. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the S&P 500 Index. The fund was previously known as Insured Municipal Income Fund, Inc. Special Opportunities Fund, Inc. was formed on February 18, 1993 and is domiciled in the United States.

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend Announcement

Special Opportunities Fund announced a monthly dividend of $0.10 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-31. Ex dividend date: 2024-12-17
Special Opportunities Fund annual dividend for 2024 was $1.14
Special Opportunities Fund annual dividend for 2023 was $1.04
Special Opportunities Fund's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.52%
Special Opportunities Fund's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 40.23%
Special Opportunities Fund's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -9.02% year
Special Opportunities Fund's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -7.26% year

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-12-17$0.10monthly2024-12-31
2024-11-19$0.10monthly2024-11-29
2024-10-22$0.10monthly2024-10-31
2024-09-18$0.10monthly2024-09-30
2024-08-21$0.10monthly2024-08-30
2024-07-17$0.10monthly2024-07-31
2024-06-18$0.10monthly2024-06-28
2024-05-20$0.10monthly2024-05-31
2024-04-18$0.10monthly2024-04-30
2024-03-19$0.10monthly2024-03-29
2024-02-16$0.10monthly2024-02-29
2024-01-19$0.10monthly2024-01-31
2023-12-18$0.09monthly2023-12-29
2023-11-17$0.09monthly2023-11-30
2023-10-19$0.09monthly2023-10-31
2023-09-19$0.09monthly2023-09-29
2023-08-21$0.09monthly2023-08-31
2023-07-19$0.09monthly2023-07-31
2023-06-20$0.09monthly2023-06-30
2023-05-18$0.09monthly2023-05-31
2023-04-18$0.09monthly2023-04-28
2023-03-21$0.09monthly2023-03-31
2023-02-15$0.09monthly2023-02-28
2023-01-19$0.09monthly2023-01-31
2022-12-19$0.11monthly2022-12-30
2022-11-17$0.11monthly2022-11-30
2022-10-19$0.11monthly2022-10-31
2022-09-20$0.11monthly2022-09-30
2022-08-19$0.11monthly2022-08-31
2022-07-19$0.11monthly2022-07-29
2022-06-17$0.11monthly2022-06-30
2022-05-18$0.11monthly2022-05-31
2022-04-19$0.11monthly2022-04-29
2022-03-21$0.11monthly2022-03-31
2022-02-16$0.11monthly2022-02-28
2022-01-19$0.11monthly2022-01-31
2021-12-20$0.70monthly2021-12-31
2021-11-17$0.11monthly2021-11-30
2021-10-19$0.11monthly2021-10-29
2021-09-20$0.11monthly2021-09-30
2021-08-19$0.11monthly2021-08-31
2021-07-20$0.11monthly2021-07-30
2021-06-18$0.09monthly2021-06-30
2021-05-18$0.09monthly2021-05-28
2021-04-20$0.09monthly2021-04-30
2021-03-19$0.09monthly2021-03-31
2021-02-16$0.09monthly2021-02-26
2021-01-19$0.09monthly2021-01-29
2020-12-18$0.09monthly2020-12-31
2020-11-16$0.09monthly2020-11-30
2020-10-15$0.09monthly2020-10-30
2020-09-18$0.09monthly2020-09-30
2020-08-13$0.09monthly2020-08-31
2020-07-16$0.09monthly2020-07-31
2020-06-18$0.09monthly2020-06-30
2020-05-14$0.09monthly2020-05-29
2020-04-16$0.09monthly2020-04-30
2020-03-16$0.09monthly2020-03-31
2020-02-14$0.09monthly2020-02-28
2020-01-16$0.09monthly2020-01-31
2019-12-18$0.25monthly2019-12-31
2019-11-14$0.08monthly2019-11-29
2019-10-15$0.08monthly2019-10-31
2019-09-18$0.08monthly2019-09-30
2019-08-14$0.08monthly2019-08-30
2019-07-17$0.08monthly2019-07-31
2019-06-13$0.08monthly2019-06-28
2019-05-14$0.08monthly2019-05-31
2019-04-15$0.08monthly2019-04-30
2019-02-15$0.02monthly
2018-12-18$1.45monthly2018-12-31
2018-09-18$0.22monthly
2017-12-18$1.33monthly2017-12-29
2016-12-19$0.81monthly2016-12-30
2015-12-21$1.19monthly2015-12-31
2014-12-18$1.48monthly2015-01-16
2013-12-26$2.21monthly2014-01-24

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend per year

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend growth

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend Yield

Special Opportunities Fund current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.52%. Interested in purchasing Special Opportunities Fund stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Special Opportunities Fund Financial Ratios

P/E ratio5.01
PEG ratio0.30
P/B ratio0.76
ROE15.48%
Payout ratio40.23%
Current ratio0.94
Quick ratio0.94
Cash Ratio0.31

Special Opportunities Fund Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Special Opportunities Fund dividend?
Special Opportunities Fund's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Special Opportunities Fund dividend. The next Special Opportunities Fund dividend will be released in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, or December.
When is Special Opportunities Fund dividend paid?
Special Opportunities Fund pays dividends on a monthly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does Special Opportunities Fund pay?
The specific amount of Special Opportunities Fund dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Special Opportunities Fund's dividend history.
Does Special Opportunities Fund stock pay dividends?
Yes, Special Opportunities Fund does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Special Opportunities Fund's dividend history.
How much dividend does Special Opportunities Fund pay?
Special Opportunities Fund paid $1.145 in 2024, $1.04 in 2023, $1.32 in 2022, $1.801 in 2021, and $1.128 in 2020.
How often does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends?
Special Opportunities Fund typically pays dividends on a monthly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 12 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December.
What is Special Opportunities Fund's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Special Opportunities Fund is 7.52%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate Special Opportunities Fund's exact dividend yield.
When does Special Opportunities Fund go ex dividend?
Special Opportunities Fund's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-12-17. Special Opportunities Fund typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next Special Opportunities Fund dividend paid?
Special Opportunities Fund pays dividends on a monthly basis, typically around January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, or December, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Special Opportunities Fund increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether Special Opportunities Fund will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is Special Opportunities Fund dividend per share?
Special Opportunities Fund paid $1.145 per share in 2024 and $1.04 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Special Opportunities Fund pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is Special Opportunities Fund a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Special Opportunities Fund a dividend king?
No, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Special Opportunities Fund a dividend stock?
Yes, Special Opportunities Fund is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Special Opportunities Fund a good dividend stock?
Whether Special Opportunities Fund is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Special Opportunities Fund has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Special Opportunities Fund as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends monthly?
Special Opportunities Fund typically pays dividends on a monthly basis.
Does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends quarterly?
Special Opportunities Fund currently pays dividends on a monthly basis.
Has Special Opportunities Fund ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Special Opportunities Fund has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Special Opportunities Fund is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Special Opportunities Fund dividend stocks?
To buy Special Opportunities Fund you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Special Opportunities Fund stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends 2024?
Special Opportunities Fund pays dividends on a monthly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-12-31. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will Special Opportunities Fund increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Special Opportunities Fund dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date Special Opportunities Fund dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Special Opportunities Fund dividend works?
The Special Opportunities Fund dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how Special Opportunities Fund's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Special Opportunities Fund's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Special Opportunities Fund publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Special Opportunities Fund distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Special Opportunities Fund are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are Special Opportunities Fund dividends paid?
Special Opportunities Fund dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Special Opportunities Fund sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Special Opportunities Fund distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Special Opportunities Fund declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends?
Special Opportunities Fund typically pays dividends on a monthly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does Special Opportunities Fund pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Special Opportunities Fund pays dividends around January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Special Opportunities Fund dividend safe?
The safety of Special Opportunities Fund's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of Special Opportunities Fund's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review Special Opportunities Fund's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.