John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) — SEC Filings
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) — 3 SEC filings. Latest: NPORT-P (Mar 30, 2026). Includes 2 DEF 14A, 1 NPORT-P.
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Overview
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a NPORT-P filed on Mar 30, 2026: John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III filed its NPORT-P report on March 30, 2026, detailing its portfolio investments as of January 31, 2026. The filing provides a snapshot of the fund's holdings for the period, adhering to regulatory requirements for monthly portfolio investment reporting.
Sentiment Summary
Across 3 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 3 neutral. The dominant filing sentiment for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III is neutral.
Filing Type Overview
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS) has filed 1 NPORT-P, 2 DEF 14A with the SEC between Dec 2024 to Mar 2026.
Filings by Year
Recent SEC Filings (3)
| Date | Form | Description | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 2026 | NPORT-P | John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III Files NPORT-P | low |
| Dec 11, 2025 | DEF 14A | John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III Seeks Trustee Re-election | low |
| Dec 12, 2024 | DEF 14A | John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III Files DEF 14A | low |
Risk Profile
Risk Assessment: Of HPS's 3 recent filings, 0 were flagged as high-risk, 0 as medium-risk, and 3 as low-risk. The overall risk profile suggests relatively low risk with generally favorable filings.
Key Executives
- Kristie M. Feinberg
- James R. Boyle
- Grace K. Fey
- Christine L. Hurtsellers
- Hassell H. McClellan
- Kenneth J. Phelan
Industry Context
The John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III operates within the closed-end fund industry, specifically focusing on preferred income. This sector is influenced by interest rate environments, credit market conditions, and the demand for income-generating investments. Competitors often include other closed-end funds and income-focused ETFs or mutual funds.
Top Tags
nport-p (1) · fund-holdings (1) · sec-filing (1) · Proxy Statement (1) · Trustee Election (1) · Fund Governance (1) · Shareholder Meeting (1) · Preferred Income Fund (1) · John Hancock (1) · Investment Management (1)
Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Period of Report | 2026-01-31 | The date through which the fund's portfolio investments are reported. |
| Filing Date | 2026-03-30 | The date the NPORT-P report was officially filed with the SEC. |
| Shares Outstanding | 32,139,369 | As of November 25, 2025, for JOHN HANCOCK PREFERRED INCOME FUND III |
| Number of Trustees | 6 | Standing for election for a three-year term |
| Independent Trustees | 5 | Out of six nominees, indicating strong governance |
| Term Expiration Year | 2029 | For the elected Trustees |
| Proxy Statement Mailing Date | 2025-12-26 | First mailed to shareholders |
| Record Date | 2025-11-25 | For determining shareholders eligible to vote |
| Annual Meeting Date | 2026-02-17 | Scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Eastern time |
| Funds Overseen by Kristie M. Feinberg | 172 | As a Trustee within the John Hancock Fund Complex |
| Fiscal Year End | 20250218 | The filing is for the period ending February 18, 2025. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the latest SEC filings for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (HPS)?
John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III has 3 recent SEC filings from Dec 2024 to Mar 2026, including 2 DEF 14A, 1 NPORT-P. Each filing includes an AI-generated plain-English summary.
What is the overall sentiment of HPS filings?
Across 3 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 3 neutral. The dominant sentiment is neutral.
Where can I find John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III SEC filings explained simply?
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What are the key financial highlights for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III?
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What is the investment thesis for HPS?
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Who are the key executives at John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III?
Key executives identified across John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III's filings include Kristie M. Feinberg, James R. Boyle, Grace K. Fey, Christine L. Hurtsellers, Hassell H. McClellan and 1 others.
What are the main risk factors for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III stock?
Of HPS's 3 assessed filings, 0 were flagged high-risk, 0 medium-risk, and 3 low-risk.
What are recent predictions and forward guidance from John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III?
Forward guidance and predictions for John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III are extracted from SEC filings as they are enriched.