High Yield Strategies Fund

BNY Mellon’s High Yield Strategies Fund (NYSE: DHF) declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.0175 per share, payable January 9 2026, with the ex‑dividend date of December 23 2025. The fund, managed by BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, targets income from high‑yield fixed‑income securities—including corporate, emerging‑market, and asset‑backed bonds—while employing dynamic duration and credit risk management. Analysts view the steady dividend as a sign of confidence amid broader fixed‑income payout cuts. As a closed‑end fund, its market price may trade at a premium or discount to NAV, affecting total return.