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BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust

S&P 500

BNY/Financial Services · Banks - Diversified/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.45%

$2.12 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$145.43P/E17.8MCap100.5BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

71/ 100Safe

BNY's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 25.6% earnings payout ratio & -20.0% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 117.2% fcf payout ratio & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 10.53% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 25.6%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: -20.0%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
  • Operating Margin: 37.6%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 117.2%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
  • Earnings Stability: VolatileEarnings have been volatile, pressuring the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Caution
25.6%Very Safe
117.2%Danger

Balance Sheet

Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
37.6%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
8+ yrsSafe
NoneVery Safe
10.5%Very Safe
VolatileWarning

About BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust

BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust is a closed-end mutual fund specializing in fixed income investments, with a primary focus on municipal bonds. Its central objective is to provide investors with current income that is exempt from federal, New York State, and New York City personal income taxes. The trust achieves this by allocating at least 80% of its managed assets to investment grade municipal bonds, ensuring a relatively high credit quality within the portfolio. These bonds typically finance essential public infrastructure and services across New York—including transportation, utilities, and water projects—playing a significant role in supporting local government initiatives. Managed by a team of experienced portfolio managers at BlackRock, the fund employs a disciplined approach to credit selection and interest rate exposure, aligning with investor needs for tax-advantaged income. The trust is a relevant vehicle for those seeking stable, tax-exempt yields, and it underscores the significance of municipal securities in enabling public sector funding while providing federally and state tax-free income to investors.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.45%

Annual Dividend

$2.12

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

25.56%

FCF Payout Ratio

117.18%

52-Week Range

$89.45 - $148.50

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BNY annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BNY earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 27, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 8, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

12.09%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

10.53%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

40.85%

5-Year Total Growth

64.95%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$14,543.00

Annual Income

$212.00

Quarterly Income

$53.00

Monthly Income

$17.67

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BNY's current dividend yield?
BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust (BNY) currently has a dividend yield of 1.45%, based on a stock price of $145.43 and an annual dividend of $2.12.
When is BNY's next dividend payment date?
BNY's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-27 and the next payment date is 2026-05-08. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does BNY pay in dividends per year?
BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust paid $2.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has BNY been increasing its dividend?
BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 10.53%.
Is BNY's dividend safe?
BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust has a payout ratio of 25.56%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 117.18%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is BNY's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates BlackRock New York Municipal Income Trust's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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