Pioneer Floating Rate Fund Files DEFA14A
Ticker: PHD · Form: DEFA14A · Filed: Aug 7, 2025 · CIK: 1305767
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. (PHD) |
| Form Type | DEFA14A |
| Filed Date | Aug 7, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 2 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, annual-meeting, fund-filing
TL;DR
Pioneer Floating Rate Fund (PIODX) filed its annual proxy statement, shareholders vote soon.
AI Summary
Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. (CIK 0001305767) filed a DEFA14A on August 7, 2025, concerning matters related to its annual meeting. The filing involves the company's fiscal year ending November 30. Other related entities include Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. and Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc., both also based in Boston, MA.
Why It Matters
This filing provides shareholders with important information regarding corporate governance and voting matters for Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc., impacting their investment decisions.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This is a routine annual filing (DEFA14A) and does not appear to contain any unusual or high-risk information.
Key Numbers
- 20250807 — Filing Date (Date the DEFA14A was filed with the SEC.)
- 1130 — Fiscal Year End (Fiscal year end for Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc.)
Key Players & Entities
- Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. (company) — Filer of the DEFA14A
- Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. (company) — Related entity
- Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc. (company) — Related entity
- 0001305767 (company) — Central Index Key for Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc.
- 0001166258 (company) — Central Index Key for Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc.
- 0001388126 (company) — Central Index Key for Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc.
FAQ
What is the purpose of a DEFA14A filing?
A DEFA14A filing is a Definitive Proxy Statement filed with the SEC by companies to solicit shareholder votes on important corporate matters, such as annual meetings.
Which Pioneer entity is the primary filer of this DEFA14A?
Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. (CIK 0001305767) is the primary filer of this DEFA14A.
When was this DEFA14A filed?
This DEFA14A was filed on August 7, 2025.
What is the fiscal year end for Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc.?
The fiscal year end for Pioneer Floating Rate Fund, Inc. is November 30.
Are there other related Pioneer entities mentioned in this filing?
Yes, Pioneer High Income Fund, Inc. and Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund, Inc. are also mentioned as related entities.
Filing Stats: 606 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 10 · Accepted 2025-08-07 13:59:04
Filing Documents
- f42665d1.htm (DEFA14A) — 27KB
- gfq0rl2bnklu5dpdyxj3b.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 101KB
- 0001683863-25-006567.txt ( ) — 168KB
From the Filing
DEFINITIVE PROXY MATERIALS Additional definitive proxy materials UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) [ ] Definitive Proxy Statement [X] Definitive Additional Materials [ ] Soliciting Material Pursuant to 240.14a-12 PIONEER DIVERSIFIED HIGH INCOME FUND, INC. (HNW) PIONEER FLOATING RATE FUND, INC. (PHD) PIONEER HIGH INCOME FUND, INC. (PHT) (Name of Registrant(s) as Specified In Its Charter) (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant) Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box): [X] No fee required. [ ] Fee computed on table below per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11. 1) Title of each class of securities to which transaction applies: 2) Aggregate number of securities to which transaction applies: 3) Per unit price or other underlying value of transaction computed pursuant to Exchange Act Rule 0-11 (set forth the amount on which the filing fee is calculated and state how it was determined): 4) Proposed maximum aggregate value of transaction: 5) Total fee paid: [ ] Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. [ ] Check box if any part of the fee is offset as provided by Exchange Act Rule 0-11(a)(2) and identify the filing for which the offsetting fee was paid previously. Identify the previous filing by registration statement number, or the Form or Schedule and the date of its filing. 1) Amount Previously Paid: 2) Form, Schedule or Registration Statement No.: 3) Filing Party: 4) Date Filed: SHAREHOLDER MEETING ADJOURNED TO AUGUST 13, 2025 PIONEER DIVERSIFIED HIGH INCOME FUND, INC. (HNW) PIONEER FLOATING RATE FUND, INC. (PHD) PIONEER HIGH INCOME FUND, INC. (PHT) Dear Valued Stockholder: The Special Meeting of Stockholders of Pioneer Diversified High Income Fund (HNW), Pioneer Floating Rate Fund (PHD), and Pioneer High Income Fund (PHT), originally scheduled to occur on July 17, 2025, has been adjourned to August 13, 2025 , due to insufficient responses from eligible stockholders. A large portion of your fellow shareholders have voted, but we have not received enough responses to hold the meeting. Your vote today will immediately stop all future communications involving this meeting. YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT . OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE NOT YET VOTED ON THE PROPOSAL. PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT NOW TO CAST YOUR VOTE TO AVOID AN ADDITIONAL ADJOURNMENT OF THE MEETING. The Board of Directors of each fund has recommended stockholders to vote "For" on the enclosed proxy card to have their stocks represented at the Special Meeting. In efforts to keep the funds' costs down, we'd greatly appreciate your vote on this important proposal. The polls are still open, so the opportunity to voice your opinion on the proposal outlined on the attached proxy card is now . Information regarding the Special Meeting and the proposals can be found in the proxy statement. For assistance in voting your shares please call 1 (800) 622-1569. PROXY VOTING OPTIONS Voting is easy. Please take a moment now to cast your vote using one of the options listed below: 1. MAIL your signed and voted proxy back in the postage paid envelope provided 2. ONLINE at the website indicated on the enclosed voting form and follow the online instructions 3. LIVE with a representative when you call toll-free 1 (800) 622-1569 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time Thank you in advance for your participation. ADJ1_2025_N