BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II

Frequently Asked Questions About BSTZ

What does BSTZ invest in?

The BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust is a closed-end equity mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc., and managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC. This trust's mandate is to invest in publicly traded companies globally, with a specific focus on those operating within the science and technology sectors. Its investment approach primarily emphasizes growth stocks from firms of all market capitalizations. The fund was established in June 2019 and is based in the United States.

What is the expense ratio of BSTZ?

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) charges an expense ratio of 1.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is BSTZ?

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) manages $2.07B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is BSTZ actively managed or an index fund?

BSTZ is actively managed: the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (BSTZ's is 1.35%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was BSTZ launched?

BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) launched in June 2019 and is managed by BlackRock.

How has BSTZ performed?

BSTZ's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.