John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) — SEC Filings
John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) — 8 SEC filings. Latest: DEF 14A (Dec 11, 2025). Includes 5 SC 13G/A, 2 DEF 14A, 1 SC 13G.
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Overview
John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a DEF 14A filed on Dec 11, 2025: John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) is soliciting proxies for its annual shareholder meeting on February 17, 2026, to elect thirteen Trustees. The Board of Trustees recommends voting 'FOR' all thirteen nominees, 11 of whom are independent of John Hancock's management. As of the November 25, 2
Sentiment Summary
Across 8 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 8 neutral. The dominant filing sentiment for John Hancock Income Securities Trust is neutral.
Filing Type Overview
John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) has filed 2 DEF 14A, 5 SC 13G/A, 1 SC 13G with the SEC between Jan 2024 to Dec 2025.
Filings by Year
Recent SEC Filings (8)
| Date | Form | Description | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2025 | DEF 14A | John Hancock Income Securities Trust Seeks Shareholder Vote on 13 Trustees | low |
| Dec 12, 2024 | DEF 14A | John Hancock Income Securities Trust Files Proxy Statement | low |
| Nov 14, 2024 | SC 13G/A | SC 13G/A Filing | |
| Aug 2, 2024 | SC 13G/A | SC 13G/A Filing | |
| Jun 7, 2024 | SC 13G | SC 13G Filing | |
| Feb 8, 2024 | SC 13G/A | 1607 Capital Partners Trims JHS Stake to 5.9% | low |
| Feb 7, 2024 | SC 13G/A | SIT Investment Associates Amends JHS Stake Filing | |
| Jan 5, 2024 | SC 13G/A | First Trust Amends John Hancock Income Securities Trust Stake |
Risk Profile
Risk Assessment: Of JHS'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
- Christopher Sechler
- William H. Cunningham
Industry Context
John Hancock Income Securities Trust operates within the closed-end fund industry, which is characterized by its investment in income-generating securities. These funds face competition from other income-focused investment vehicles, including open-end funds and other closed-end funds, as well as direct investments in bonds and other income-producing assets. Industry trends include a focus on yield, managing interest rate sensitivity, and providing transparent fee structures to attract and retain investors.
Top Tags
amendment (3) · institutional-ownership (2) · Proxy Statement (1) · Board Election (1) · Shareholder Meeting (1) · Corporate Governance (1) · Closed-End Fund (1) · Trustee Nominees (1) · Investment Management (1) · proxy-statement (1)
Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Trustees to be elected | 13 | All nominees currently serve as Trustees, with 11 being independent. |
| Date of Annual Shareholder Meeting | 2026-02-17 | Meeting will be held at 2:00 P.M. Eastern time. |
| Record Date for Voting Eligibility | 2025-11-25 | Shareholders of record on this date are entitled to vote. |
| Shares Outstanding for Income Securities Trust | 11,646,585 | As of the Record Date, November 25, 2025. |
| Shares owned by SIT Investment Associates, Inc. | 3,126,507 | Represents 26.8% of Income Securities Trust shares as of June 30, 2025. |
| Shares owned by Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC | 1,467,089 | Represents 12.60% of Income Securities Trust shares as of May 31, 2024. |
| Shares owned by 1607 Capital Partners, LLC | 1,206,180 | Represents 10.36% of Income Securities Trust shares as of February 28, 2025. |
| Number of Independent Nominees | 11 | Out of 13 nominees, 11 are independent of John Hancock's management. |
| Customer Service Phone Number | 800-852-0218 | For shareholder inquiries regarding voting or fund reports. |
| Meeting Location and Advisor Address | 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116 | Physical address for the annual meeting and John Hancock Investment Management LLC. |
| Fiscal Year End | 2025 | The proxy statement covers the period ending in February 2025, reflecting the company's fiscal year ending October 31. |
| Shares Beneficially Owned | 944,758 | This is the total number of shares of John Hancock Income Securities Trust held by 1607 Capital Partners, LLC as of December 31, 2023. |
| Percentage of Class Owned | 5.9% | This represents the proportion of John Hancock Income Securities Trust's outstanding shares owned by 1607 Capital Partners, LLC, indicating a significant stake. |
| Event Date | December 31, 2023 | This is the specific date for which the ownership data is reported, providing a clear snapshot of the holding. |
| Filing Date | February 8, 2024 | This is when the amendment was filed, showing the recency of the disclosed information. |
Forward-Looking Statements
- {"claim":"1607 Capital Partners, LLC will maintain a significant, passive stake in John Hancock Income Securities Trust.","entity":"1607 Capital Partners, LLC","targetDate":"December 31, 2024","confidence":"high"}
- {"claim":"John Hancock Income Securities Trust will continue to operate as a closed-end mutual fund without immediate activist pressure from 1607 Capital Partners, LLC.","entity":"John Hancock Income Securities Trust","targetDate":"December 31, 2024","confidence":"high"}
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the latest SEC filings for John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS)?
John Hancock Income Securities Trust has 8 recent SEC filings from Jan 2024 to Dec 2025, including 5 SC 13G/A, 2 DEF 14A, 1 SC 13G. Each filing includes an AI-generated plain-English summary.
What is the overall sentiment of JHS filings?
Across 8 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 8 neutral. The dominant sentiment is neutral.
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Who are the key executives at John Hancock Income Securities Trust?
Key executives identified across John Hancock Income Securities Trust's filings include Kristie M. Feinberg, Christopher Sechler, William H. Cunningham.
What are the main risk factors for John Hancock Income Securities Trust stock?
Of JHS'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 Income Securities Trust?
Recent forward-looking statements from John Hancock Income Securities Trust include guidance on {"claim":"1607 Capital Partners, LLC will maintain a significant, passive stake in John Hancock Income Securities Trust. and 1 other predictions.