- ISIN
- US09260K1016
- CUSIP
- 09260K101
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Capital Markets
- IPO Date
- Jun 26, 2019
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $2.13B
- Enterprise Value
- $2.17B
- EPS (TTM)
- $8.53
- PE Ratio
- 3.64
- PEG Ratio
- 0.40
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $361.49M
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $169.67M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $586.67M
- Year Range
- $19.93 - $31.88
- ROA (TTM)
- 33.46%
- ROE (TTM)
- 34.16%
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Performance
BSTZ Performance Chart
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) is up 42.7% since the beginning of the year. At $31 per share, BSTZ is trading just below its 52-week high of $32. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of BSTZ shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,289.
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Returns By Period
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) has returned 42.73% so far this year and 77.01% over the past 12 months.
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II
- 1D
- -0.23%
- 1M
- 8.66%
- YTD
- 42.73%
- 6M
- 40.98%
- 1Y
- 77.01%
- 3Y*
- 34.40%
- 5Y*
- 5.21%
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
BSTZ Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 26, 2019, BSTZ's average daily return is +0.08%, while the average monthly return is +1.59%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.7 years.
Historically, 59% of months were positive and 41% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +25.9%, while the worst month was Apr 2022 at -17.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, BSTZ closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +17.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -15.0%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -0.31% | 2.43% | -1.94% | 18.04% | 17.72% | 2.58% | 42.73% | ||||||
| 2025 | 3.29% | -4.61% | -10.17% | 1.29% | 10.50% | 8.26% | 3.60% | 4.71% | 1.49% | 4.19% | -2.86% | 4.64% | 25.06% |
| 2024 | 2.29% | 10.45% | 4.54% | -10.17% | 14.39% | 2.10% | -4.38% | 3.99% | 0.26% | 5.21% | 7.75% | -1.83% | 37.49% |
| 2023 | 17.36% | -1.86% | 7.05% | -10.63% | 6.13% | 5.07% | 4.00% | -4.34% | -5.88% | -11.92% | 18.21% | -0.88% | 18.72% |
| 2022 | -17.24% | -10.28% | 3.57% | -17.64% | -4.80% | -12.67% | 10.29% | -3.80% | -12.75% | -1.01% | 0.81% | -8.17% | -55.34% |
| 2021 | -2.36% | 3.15% | -1.54% | 8.49% | -1.61% | 11.00% | -3.34% | 2.75% | -5.70% | 6.76% | -1.93% | -2.19% | 12.71% |
Benchmark Metrics
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II has an annualized alpha of 2.27%, beta of 1.13, and R2 of 0.56 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 26, 2019.
- This stock captured 134.29% of S&P 500 Index gains and 125.81% of its losses - amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
- This stock generated an annualized alpha of 2.27% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 1.13 and R2 of 0.56, this stock moves broadly in line with S&P 500 Index - much of its variation is explained by market exposure rather than independent behavior.
- Alpha
- 2.27%
- Beta
- 1.13
- R²
- 0.56
- Upside Capture
- 134.29%
- Downside Capture
- 125.81%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
BSTZ ranks 96 for risk / return — in the top 96% of stocks on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| BSTZ | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | +1.12 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | +1.03 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.51 | 1.37 | +0.14 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 8.36 | 2.78 | +5.57 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 24.86 | 12.44 | +12.43 |
Dividends
Dividend History
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II provided a 7.96% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $2.47 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 2 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $2.47 | $2.82 | $2.02 | $1.82 | $2.30 | $2.00 | $1.25 | $0.50 |
Dividend yield | 7.96% | 12.46% | 9.75% | 10.90% | 14.73% | 5.14% | 3.42% | 2.44% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.98 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.52 | $2.82 |
| 2024 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $0.11 | $0.21 | $0.21 | $0.21 | $0.21 | $0.21 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $2.02 |
| 2023 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.16 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $1.82 |
| 2022 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $2.30 |
| 2021 | $0.12 | $0.12 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.17 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $0.19 | $2.00 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II has a dividend yield of 7.96%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II has a payout ratio of 50.14%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.
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 Science and Technology Trust II. 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 Science and Technology Trust II was 60.51%, occurring on Dec 28, 2022. Recovery took 837 trading sessions.
The current BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II drawdown is 2.08%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -60.51%Dec 2022 | 1y 1mo | 3y 4mo | 4y 5moNov 2021 - May 2026 |
COVID crash2020 | -41.56%Mar 2020 | 8mo 11d | 2mo 10d | 10mo 21dJul 2019 - Jun 2020 |
2021 correction2021 | -18.77%Mar 2021 | 1mo 7d | 2mo 21d | 3mo 28dFeb 2021 - Jun 2021 |
2020 correction2020 | -10.82%Sep 2020 | 5d | 29d | 1mo 4dSep 2020 - Oct 2020 |
2021 pullback2021 | -9.96%Oct 2021 | 27d | 1mo | 1mo 27dSep 2021 - Nov 2021 |
Drawdown Indicators
| BSTZ | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -60.51% | -56.78% | -3.73% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -9.26% | -9.10% | -0.16% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -25.31% | -18.90% | -6.41% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -60.51% | -25.43% | -35.08% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.08% | -1.80% | -0.28% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -27.39% | -10.71% | -16.68% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 3.11% | 2.03% | +1.08% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Capital Markets 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 BSTZ, comparing it with other companies in the Capital Markets industry. Currently, BSTZ has a P/E ratio of 3.6. This P/E ratio is considered low compared to industry peers, which may suggest that the stock is undervalued or that the company has weaker growth prospects.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for BSTZ compared to other companies in the Capital Markets industry. BSTZ currently has a PEG ratio of 0.4. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for BSTZ relative to other companies in the Capital Markets industry. Currently, BSTZ has a P/S ratio of 5.9. 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 BSTZ in comparison with other companies in the Capital Markets industry. Currently, BSTZ has a P/B value of 1.2. 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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