BlackRock High Equity Income Fund (BHEIX)
| Fund Assets | 1.92B |
| Expense Ratio | n/a |
| Min. Investment | $5,000,000 |
| Turnover | 130.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.79% |
| Dividend Growth | 13.62% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 29.47 |
| YTD Return | 7.57% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.21% |
| 5-Year Return | 63.92% |
| 52-Week Low | 24.93 |
| 52-Week High | 29.68 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 199 |
| Inception Date | Apr 21, 2020 |
About BHEIX
BlackRock High Equity Income Fund Class K is a mutual fund designed to deliver high current income while also allowing for capital appreciation. Managed by one of the world’s largest asset managers, this fund primarily invests in equity securities and equity-related instruments, allocating at least 80% of its net assets to such holdings. While it can invest across all market capitalizations, the portfolio generally emphasizes large-cap stocks. Notably, the fund also utilizes derivative instruments, such as equity-linked notes and covered call options, to enhance income generation—a strategy often categorized under derivative income or options overlay approaches. BlackRock High Equity Income Fund Class K is distinguished by its relatively high dividend yield, distributed monthly, and a focus on companies that pay dividends and demonstrate potential for steady income and moderate growth. The fund’s diverse holdings span sectors including financials, technology, healthcare, and communication services. With a significant asset base and an expense ratio that positions it competitively against peers, the fund provides institutional investors with a sophisticated tool for income-focused equity exposure while maintaining a disciplined risk management approach.
Performance
BHEIX had a total return of 4.21% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 11.85%.
Top 10 Holdings
18.58% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| BlackRock Liquidity Funds - T-Fund | TSTXX | 3.28% |
| Citigroup Inc. | C | 2.67% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 1.87% |
| Samsung Electronics Co Ltd DR | SSU.DE | 1.83% |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | BDX | 1.79% |
| First Citizens BancShares, Inc. | FCNCA | 1.54% |
| Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 1.44% |
| BP p.l.c. | BP | 1.43% |
| SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. | SSNC | 1.37% |
| CVS Health Corporation | CVS | 1.34% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.1884 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.19204 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.17374 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.2101 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.19573 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.20259 | Apr 30, 2025 |