NEUBERGER ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE AND INCOME FUND ANNOUNCES MONTHLY DISTRIBUTION

Rhea-AI Summary

Neuberger Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund (NYSE American: NML) declared a monthly distribution of $0.07008 per common share, payable on August 31, 2026, to shareholders of record and ex-date on August 17, 2026.

According to the Fund, it currently intends to pay regular monthly cash distributions at a fixed rate, generally from distributable cash flow after expenses and taxes. A portion of future distributions is expected to be classified as non-taxable return of capital, which reduces shareholder cost basis and affects future capital gains or losses. The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, which can lower amounts available for distribution compared with direct MLP investments.

Positive

• Monthly distribution declared of $0.07008 per share payable August 31, 2026
• Intends regular monthly cash distributions based on projected net return and other factors

Negative

• Fund pays federal income tax, reducing cash available for distributions versus direct MLP ownership
• Portion may be return of capital, reducing shareholder basis and altering future capital gains
• No assurance of specific distribution level or that payments will be solely from earnings and profits

News Explained

The distribution’s final source and tax characteristics are not yet determined: the Fund says it will make that determination after year-end 2026; any Section 19 notice would be informational rather than a tax-reporting document.

Market Context

NML's prior distribution notices recorded -0.30%, +0.31%, and -1.05% 24-hour reactions. This announc...

Analysis

NML's prior distribution notices recorded -0.30%, +0.31%, and -1.05% 24-hour reactions. This announcement adds another recurring payout declaration to a mixed record; return-of-capital treatment and fund-level taxes remain key considerations.

Key Figures

Monthly distribution: $0.07008 per share Payment date: August 31, 2026 Record date: August 17, 2026 +3 more

6 metrics

Monthly distribution $0.07008 per share Declared July 31, 2026

Payment date August 31, 2026 Distribution payable date

Record date August 17, 2026 Distribution record date

Ex-date August 17, 2026 Distribution ex-date

Section 19 Section 19 Investment Company Act of 1940 notice requirement

Tax year 2026 Final distribution tax characterization

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 30 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 30	Monthly distribution	Neutral	-0.3%	Declared $0.07008 monthly distribution payable July 31, 2026
May 29	Monthly distribution	Neutral	+0.3%	Declared $0.07008 monthly distribution payable June 30, 2026
May 14	Leverage facility amendment	Neutral	+0.0%	Increased lender commitment from $150 million to $175 million
Apr 30	Monthly distribution	Neutral	-1.1%	Declared $0.07008 distribution payable May 29, 2026
Mar 26	Distribution rate increase	Positive	+1.7%	Raised monthly distribution to $0.07008 from $0.0584

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Prior monthly-distribution notices produced mixed 24-hour reactions: -0.30%, +0.31%, and -1.05%, while a distribution-rate increase produced +1.73%.

Key Terms

return of capital, distributable cash flow, paid-in-kind, master limited partnerships, +1 more

5 terms

return of capital financial

"The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital."

Return of capital is when an investor receives money from their investment that is not considered profit or earnings but rather a portion of the original amount they invested. It’s similar to getting back part of your initial savings rather than gains from it. This matters because it can affect how much money an investor still has in the investment and may have tax implications.

distributable cash flow financial

"The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow"

Distributable cash flow is the amount of money a business generates from its operations that management considers available to pay dividends, buy back shares, or make other distributions to owners after setting aside what’s needed to keep the business running and meet routine obligations. Investors care because it shows how much real cash can be returned to them—like a household’s leftover paycheck after paying rent and groceries—and helps judge whether payouts are sustainable and backed by operations rather than accounting entries.

paid-in-kind financial

"cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships"

Paid-in-kind describes an arrangement where a borrower pays interest or returns not with cash but by issuing more of the same security (extra bonds or shares) or by increasing the loan balance. For investors this matters because it conserves the issuer’s cash but can dilute ownership or increase debt over time, changing expected cash payments, risk and the real value of an investment much like being paid with an IOU instead of cash.

master limited partnerships financial

"cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships"

Master limited partnerships are businesses that combine the tax advantages of a partnership with shares that trade on public markets, letting everyday investors buy units and collect regular cash distributions. They often operate in industries with steady, fee-like revenue (for example pipelines), so they can act like owning a rental that pays you income; investors care because MLPs are mainly used for predictable cash returns but can be sensitive to commodity prices and interest rates.

ex-date financial

"and has an ex-date of August 17, 2026."

The ex-date is the specific day when a stock stops trading with the right to receive an upcoming dividend or other benefit. If you buy the stock on or after this date, you won't get the upcoming payout; instead, the seller will. It’s like a cut-off point that determines who is entitled to receive the benefits of a company’s distribution to shareholders.

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NEW YORK, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund Inc. (NYSE American: NML) (the "Fund") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.07008 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is payable on August 31, 2026, has a record date of August 17, 2026, and has an ex-date of August 17, 2026.

The Fund currently intends to make regular monthly cash distributions to holders of its common stock at a fixed rate per share, to be determined based on the projected net rate of return of the Fund's investments as well as other factors, subject to ongoing review and adjustment from time to time.  The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow, which generally consists of (1) cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships ("MLPs") or their affiliates, dividends from common stocks, interest from debt instruments and income from other investments held by the Fund less (2) current or accrued operating expenses, including leverage costs, if any, and taxes on its taxable income.  

The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital. A "return of capital" is a distribution by the Fund which represents a return of a common stockholder's original investment and should not be confused with a dividend.  To the extent the Fund pays a return of capital, a common stockholder's basis in Fund shares will be reduced, which will increase a capital gain or reduce a capital loss upon sale of those shares.  There is no assurance that the Fund will always be able to pay a distribution of any particular amount, or that a distribution will consist solely of the Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits. 

In compliance with Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, a notice would be provided for any distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income. The notice would be for informational purposes and not for tax reporting purposes, and would disclose, among other things, estimated portions of the distribution, if any, consisting of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions paid in 2026 will be made after the end of the year.

The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike most investment companies. Any taxes paid by the Fund will reduce the amount available to pay distributions to stockholders, and therefore investors in the Fund will likely receive lower distributions than if they invested directly in MLPs.

About Neuberger

Neuberger is an employee-owned, private, independent investment manager founded in 1939 with approximately 3,000 employees across 26 countries. The firm manages $613 billion of equities, fixed income, private markets, real estate and hedge fund portfolios for global institutions, advisors and individuals. Neuberger's investment philosophy is founded on active management, fundamental research and engaged ownership. The firm is proud to be recognized for its commitment to its two constituents, clients and employees. Again this past year, we were named Best Asset Manager for Institutional Investors in the US (Crisil Coalition Greenwich) and the #1 Best Place to Work in Money Management (Pensions & Investments, firms with more than 1,000 employees). Neuberger has no corporate parent or unaffiliated external shareholders. Visit www.nb.com for more information, including www.nb.com/disclosure-global-communications for information on awards. Data as of June 30, 2026.

Statements made in this release that look forward in time involve risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the adverse effect from a decline in the securities markets or a decline in the Fund's performance, a general downturn in the economy, competition from other closed end investment companies, changes in government policy or regulation, inability of the Fund's investment adviser to attract or retain key employees, inability of the Fund to implement its investment strategy, inability of the Fund to manage rapid expansion and unforeseen costs and other effects related to legal proceedings or investigations of governmental and self-regulatory organizations.

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FAQ

What monthly distribution did Neuberger Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund (NML) declare for August 2026?

NML declared a monthly distribution of $0.07008 per common share, payable August 31, 2026. According to the Fund, shareholders of record on August 17, 2026, with the same ex-date, will be eligible to receive this cash distribution.

When is the record date and ex-dividend date for NML’s July 31, 2026 distribution announcement?

Both the record date and ex-dividend date for NML’s distribution are August 17, 2026. According to the Fund, investors holding shares on that date will qualify for the $0.07008 per share payment, which is scheduled to be paid on August 31, 2026.

How does Neuberger Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund (NML) intend to fund its monthly distributions?

NML currently intends to fund regular monthly distributions from its distributable cash flow. According to the Fund, this generally includes income and distributions from MLPs, dividends, interest and other investment income, minus operating expenses, leverage costs if any, and applicable taxes.

Will NML’s distributions include a return of capital and what does that mean for shareholders?

The Fund expects that a portion of distributions will be a non-taxable return of capital. According to the Fund, this represents a return of original investment, reduces a shareholder’s tax basis, and can increase capital gains or reduce capital losses when shares are eventually sold.

Are NML’s distributions guaranteed or fixed at $0.07008 per share going forward?

The $0.07008 per share amount applies to the announced distribution only and is not guaranteed. According to the Fund, there is no assurance it can always pay any particular level of distribution or that payments will come solely from earnings and profits.

How does NML’s tax status affect distributions compared with direct MLP investments?

NML is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike many investment companies and direct MLP holdings. According to the Fund, taxes it pays reduce cash available for distributions, so investors will likely receive lower distributions than by investing directly in MLPs.