BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust (BFZ)
Company Info
Highlights
$329.80M
$0.13
84.38
$25.34M
$20.31M
$12.82M
$10.11 - $11.92
0.10%
0.31
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Performance
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Returns By Period
BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust (BFZ) returned -1.40% year-to-date (YTD) and -2.28% over the past 12 months. Over the past 10 years, BFZ returned 1.29% annually, underperforming the S&P 500 benchmark at 10.69%.
BFZ
-1.40%
5.42%
-5.78%
-2.28%
1.86%
1.29%
^GSPC (Benchmark)
-0.64%
8.97%
-2.62%
11.90%
15.76%
10.69%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of BFZ, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.24% | 1.95% | -3.51% | -0.82% | -0.18% | -1.40% | |||||||
| 2024 | -1.49% | 0.01% | 1.03% | -1.94% | 0.52% | 4.15% | 0.99% | -1.26% | 2.78% | -2.67% | 0.16% | -3.54% | -1.51% |
| 2023 | 6.23% | -2.19% | 5.01% | 1.27% | -1.88% | 3.02% | -1.95% | -1.04% | -9.65% | -3.04% | 13.80% | 7.23% | 15.86% |
| 2022 | -7.49% | -2.74% | -5.29% | -6.99% | 3.30% | -2.86% | 3.21% | -2.13% | -9.15% | -1.72% | 9.69% | -1.31% | -22.34% |
| 2021 | 0.77% | -2.54% | 3.62% | 1.83% | 1.60% | 1.78% | 0.42% | -0.52% | -0.65% | -0.11% | 0.22% | -0.09% | 6.38% |
| 2020 | 5.23% | -0.08% | -10.23% | -3.57% | 6.48% | 2.00% | 5.01% | -2.13% | -1.73% | -1.16% | 6.69% | 3.17% | 8.61% |
| 2019 | 4.46% | 2.53% | 1.14% | 2.14% | 0.88% | 1.25% | 2.20% | 2.60% | -0.60% | -0.76% | -0.36% | 1.10% | 17.78% |
| 2018 | -2.81% | -0.71% | -1.10% | -0.04% | 1.74% | -0.11% | -1.79% | 0.53% | -2.93% | -2.29% | 3.47% | -1.72% | -7.68% |
| 2017 | 3.58% | -0.55% | -3.05% | 0.35% | 1.40% | 0.14% | 3.00% | -0.54% | -0.21% | -0.50% | -1.67% | -1.75% | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 0.39% | 1.15% | 1.64% | 2.05% | -0.91% | 4.24% | -0.44% | 0.16% | -0.62% | -5.59% | -7.82% | 1.94% | -4.34% |
| 2015 | 5.98% | -1.25% | 0.53% | 0.47% | -1.80% | -4.01% | 1.53% | 1.86% | 1.84% | 3.88% | 0.15% | 3.24% | 12.73% |
| 2014 | 5.34% | 2.36% | 0.88% | 2.73% | 1.04% | -0.88% | -2.35% | 2.38% | -0.74% | 3.12% | -0.87% | 2.54% | 16.42% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
The current rank of BFZ is 33, indicating average performance compared to other stocks on our website. Here’s a breakdown of how it compares using common performance measures.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust (BFZ) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
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Dividends
Dividend History
BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust provided a 6.44% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.70 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.70 | $0.67 | $0.48 | $0.49 | $0.58 | $0.46 | $0.51 | $0.78 | $0.72 | $0.83 | $0.87 | $0.90 |
Dividend yield | 6.44% | 5.96% | 3.96% | 4.53% | 3.98% | 3.20% | 3.78% | 6.49% | 5.26% | 5.74% | 5.43% | 6.00% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.24 | |||||||
| 2024 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.67 |
| 2023 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.48 |
| 2022 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.04 | $0.49 |
| 2021 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.12 | $0.58 |
| 2020 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.46 |
| 2019 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.51 |
| 2018 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.21 | $0.78 |
| 2017 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.72 |
| 2016 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.83 |
| 2015 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.87 |
| 2014 | $0.08 | $0.08 | $0.08 | $0.08 | $0.08 | $0.08 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.90 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust has a dividend yield of 6.44%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust has a payout ratio of 526.15%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust was 54.09%, occurring on Dec 15, 2008. Recovery took 411 trading sessions.
The current BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust drawdown is 14.44%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -54.09% | May 3, 2007 | 410 | Dec 15, 2008 | 411 | Aug 4, 2010 | 821 |
| -29.76% | Aug 25, 2021 | 299 | Oct 31, 2022 | — | — | — |
| -26.06% | Feb 25, 2020 | 18 | Mar 19, 2020 | 180 | Dec 3, 2020 | 198 |
| -22.03% | Jan 14, 2013 | 151 | Aug 19, 2013 | 362 | Jan 27, 2015 | 513 |
| -21.47% | Aug 24, 2016 | 534 | Oct 8, 2018 | 344 | Feb 21, 2020 | 878 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Earnings Per Share
The chart presents the Earnings Per Share (EPS) performance of BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust, comparing actual results with analytics estimates.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how BlackRock California Municipal Income Trust is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for BFZ, comparing it with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, BFZ has a P/E ratio of 84.4. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for BFZ compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. BFZ currently has a PEG ratio of 0.0. This PEG ratio is low compared to industry peers, which could indicate the stock is undervalued relative to its expected growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for BFZ relative to other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, BFZ has a P/S ratio of 13.2. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for BFZ in comparison with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, BFZ has a P/B value of 0.9. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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