Reaves Utility Income Fund Section 19(a) Notice

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Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American: UTG) paid a monthly distribution of $0.20 per common share to holders of record on December 17, 2025. For the current distribution the Fund estimates $0.02702 (13.51%) is net investment income and $0.17298 (86.49%) is return of capital. Fiscal year-to-date distributions total $0.40 per share composed of $0.06744 (16.86%) net investment income, $0.11526 (28.82%) long-term capital gain and $0.21730 (54.32%) return of capital.

Key NAV metrics through 11/30/2025: Annualized distribution rate 6.20% of NAV; 5-year average annual total return 11.47%; fiscal YTD cumulative total return on NAV 0.19%. Final tax character will be determined in January 2026 and reported on Form 1099-DIV.

Positive

• Monthly distribution of $0.20 per common share
• Fiscal year-to-date distributions total $0.40 per share
• Annualized distribution rate of 6.20% of NAV
• Five-year average annual total return of 11.47%

Negative

• Current distribution is 86.49% return of capital
• Fiscal YTD return of capital equals 54.32% of distributions
• Cumulative fiscal YTD total return on NAV only 0.19%

Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / December 30, 2025 / On December 30, 2025, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.20 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 17, 2025.

The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), the Fund estimates the following percentages, of the total distribution amount per share, attributable to (i) current and prior fiscal year net investment income, (ii) net realized short-term capital gain, (iii) net realized long-term capital gain and (iv) return of capital or other capital source as a percentage of the total distribution amount. These percentages are disclosed for the current distribution as well as the fiscal year-to-date cumulative distribution amount per share for the Fund.

Current Distribution from:
		Per Share ($)				%
Net Investment Income			0.02702				13.51	%
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gain			0.00000				0.00	%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gain			0.00000				0.00	%
Return of Capital or other Capital Source			0.17298				86.49	%
Total (per common share)			0.20000				100.00	%
Fiscal Year-to-Date Cumulative Distributions from:
		Per Share ($)				%
Net Investment Income			0.06744				16.86	%
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gain			0.00000				0.00	%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gain			0.11526				28.82	%
Return of Capital or other Capital Source			0.21730				54.32	%
Total (per common share)			0.40000				100.00	%

The timing and character of distributions for federal income tax purposes are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from GAAP. As such, all or a portion of this distribution may be reportable as taxable income on your 2025 federal income tax return. The final tax character of any distribution declared in 2025 will be determined in January 2026 and reported to you on IRS Form 1099-DIV.

The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) Notice are only estimates and not for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income.'

Presented below are return figures, based on the change in the Fund's Net Asset Value per share ("NAV"), compared to the annualized distribution rate for this current distribution as a percentage of the NAV on the last day of the month prior to distribution record date.

Fund Performance & Distribution Information

Fiscal Year to Date (11/01/2025 through 11/30/2025)
Annualized Distribution Rate as a Percentage of NAV^			6.20	%
Cumulative Distribution Rate on NAV^+			1.03	%
Cumulative Total Return on NAV*			0.19	%
Average Annual Total Return on NAV for the 5 Year Period Ended 11/30/2025**			11.47	%

^ Based on the Fund's NAV as of November 30, 2025.

⁺Cumulative distribution rate is based on distributions paid to date for the period November 1, 2025 through
December 31, 2025.

*Cumulative fiscal year-to-date return is based on the change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions for the period November 1, 2025 through November 30, 2025.

**The 5 year average annual total return is based on change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions and is through the last business day of the month prior to the month of the current distribution record date.

While the NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Managed Distribution Plan.

Furthermore, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution and the income, capital gain or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund's distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund's net asset value and the financial market environment. The Fund's distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

Paralel Distributors LLC, FINRA Member Firm.

Contact info:
Website: https://www.utilityincomefund.com
Email: reavesclientinquiries@paralel.com

SOURCE: Reaves Utility Income Fund

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FAQ

What did UTG announce about the December 30, 2025 distribution?

UTG paid a $0.20 monthly distribution to holders of record on Dec 17, 2025.

How much of UTG's Dec 2025 distribution is return of capital?

The Fund estimates 86.49% of the Dec 2025 distribution is return of capital.

What is UTG's fiscal year-to-date distribution per share through Dec 2025?

Fiscal year-to-date distributions total $0.40 per share through the period reported.

What NAV-based yield metrics did UTG report as of 11/30/2025?

UTG reported an annualized distribution rate of 6.20% of NAV and cumulative distribution rate 1.03%.

Will UTG report the final tax character of the distribution for 2025?

Yes. The final tax character will be determined in January 2026 and reported on Form 1099-DIV.

How should investors interpret a return of capital portion in UTG distributions?

A return of capital may reduce cost basis and does not necessarily reflect current investment income or fund performance.