- Lower volatility than the market (beta 0.66)
- Pays a regular dividend of $0.12 per share
- Established player in the Financial Services sector
Evaluation of John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II stock downgraded after the last trading session
(Updated on Jun 09, 2026)
The John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II stock price fell by -0.567% on the last day (Tuesday, 9th Jun 2026) from $15.88 to $15.79. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 1.02% from a day low at $15.77 to a day high of $15.93. The price has fallen in 5 of the last 10 days and is down by -0.69% for this period. Volume fell on the last day along with the stock, which is actually a good sign as volume should follow the stock. On the last day, the trading volume fell by -33 thousand shares and in total, 35 thousand shares were bought and sold for approximately $559.23 thousand.
The stock lies in the middle of a weak rising trend in the short term and a further rise within the trend is signaled. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to rise 2.99% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $15.96 and $16.91 at the end of this 3-month period.
HPF Signals & Forecast
There are mixed signals in the stock today. The John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II stock holds sell signals from both short and long-term Moving Averages giving a more negative forecast for the stock. Also, there is a general sell signal from the relation between the two signals where the long-term average is above the short-term average. On corrections up, there will be some resistance from the lines at $15.92 and $15.96. A break-up above any of these levels will issue buy signals. Volume fell along with the price during the last trading day, which is technical positive. One should, however, note that this stock may have low liquidity in periods, which increases the general risk. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and so far it has risen 1.15%. Further rise is indicated until a new top pivot has been found. Furthermore, there is a buy signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD).
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II stock
John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II finds support from accumulated volume at $15.66 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
In general the stock tends to have very controlled movements and therefore the general risk is considered very low. However, be aware of low or falling volume and make sure to keep an eye on the stock During the last day, the stock moved $0.161 between high and low, or 1.02%. For the last week the stock has had daily average volatility of 1.19%
Our recommended stop-loss: $14.89 (-5.72%) (This stock has very low daily movements and this gives very low risk. There is a buy signal from a pivot bottom found 14 days ago.)
Trading Expectations (HPF) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Wednesday 10th
For the upcoming trading day on Wednesday, 10th we expect John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II to open at $15.83, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $15.71 and $15.87, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$0.166 (+/-1.06%) up or down from last closing price. If John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 1.06% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
Since the stock is closer to the resistance from accumulated volume at $15.81 (0.13%) than the support at $15.66 (0.82%), our systems don't find the trading risk/reward intra-day attractive and any bets should be held until the stock is closer to the support level.
Is John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II stock A Buy?
John Hancock Pfd Income Fund II holds several positive signals, but we still don't find these to be enough for a buy candidate. At the current level, it should be considered as a hold candidate (hold or accumulate) in this position whilst awaiting further development. Due to some small weaknesses in the technical picture we have downgraded our analysis conclusion for this stock since the last evaluation from a Buy to a Hold candidate.
Current score:
0.214
Hold/Accumulate
Downgraded
Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on June 10, 2026 - $15.83 ( 0.255%).
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HPF Performance
Trading levels for HPF
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 15.99 | 1.27% |
| R2 | 15.93 | 0.88% |
| R1 | 15.89 | 0.644% |
| Price | 15.79 | |
| S1 | 15.77 | -0.134% |
| S2 | 15.73 | -0.374% |
| S3 | 15.67 | -0.763% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 16.18 | 2.47% |
| R2 | 15.85 | 0.380% |
| R1 | 15.81 | 0.127% |
| Price | 15.79 | |
| S1 | 15.66 | -0.82% |
| S2 | 15.61 | -1.14% |
| S3 | 15.35 | -2.79% |
HPF Dividend Payout History
| # | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Amount | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 11, 2025 | Apr 11, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.124 | 0.777% |
| 2 | Mar 03, 2025 | Mar 13, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.124 | 0.743% |
| 3 | Feb 03, 2025 | Feb 13, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.124 | 0.722% |
| 4 | Jan 02, 2025 | Jan 13, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.124 | 0.733% |
| 5 | Dec 02, 2024 | Dec 12, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.124 | 0.746% |
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