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sentiment neutral
materiality 0.65
PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II expands to invest in and originate loans, including subprime loans
PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II
- Effective June 24, 2026, the Fund may invest in/originate residential, commercial, consumer loans, and more.
- No borrower credit criteria restrictions; loans may be subprime or below investment grade.
- Fund may originate loans to foreign entities and individuals, with added legal, currency, and tax risks.
- New risks include loan origination risk, illiquidity, broken-deal costs, and potential extended settlement periods.
- Fund remains subject to RIC qualification requirements; no change to dividend policy or share structure.