The Calamos Strategic Total Return Fund (CSQ) will pay $0.1350 per share for November 2026, keeping its monthly distribution unchanged for a fifth straight month.
Nov. 13 is the record date and also the ex-dividend date. The tax estimate puts the full $0.1350 in long-term capital gains, while giving no amount for return of capital, short-term capital gains or net investment income; Calamos says it may change and should not be used for tax reporting. Calamos says shareholders will get final tax details on Form 1099-DIV.
From February through June, shareholders received $0.1225 a month; CSQ then held the rate at $0.1350 from July through October. CSQ seeks current income and capital appreciation, and aims to make monthly payments. Its holdings include equities and convertible securities, along with high-yield corporate bonds.
Payment is scheduled for Nov. 20.
