What is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust's (BSTZ) StockRank?

MoatMap's StockRank for BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) is 77/100, with a Buy signal. This is a composite score combining Quality (50), Value (43), and Momentum (79) factor ranks across MoatMap's 20,000+ stock universe.

Does BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust have an economic moat?

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) has a Quality factor score of 50/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage: the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the financial characteristics of a moated business.

Is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust a buy, hold, or sell?

MoatMap's current signal for BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 77/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many; combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.

What sector is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust in?

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management industry (United States).

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BSTZ

Buy

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust · Financial Services · United States · $2.2B · Avg Vol: $5M/d

StockRank

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P/E (TTM)

6.6x

ROE

18.3%

D/E

—

Dividend %

7.7%

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust is a closed-end fund managed by BlackRock, primarily investing in equity and debt securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies operating in the science and technology sectors. The fund leverages BlackRock's extensive research and expertise to identify growth and income opportunities in this dynamic industry. BSTZ operates as a term fund with a targeted liquidation date, offering investors focused exposure to the technology sector with a defined investment horizon.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY (USD)

Year	2021	2022	2023	2024	2025	CAGR	TTM
Revenue	—	-1.3B	282.2M	274.2M	316.1M	5.8%	316.1M
EPS	3.18	-16.99	3.72	7.86	4.57	9.5%	4.65
Shares	—	78.1M	76.1M	72.3M	68.7M	-12.0%	68.7M
Debt	—	—	0.3M	0.2M	—	-56.2%	—
Equity	—	1.5B	1.6B	1.7B	1.7B	4.0%	—
Op CF	—	183.8M	173.4M	231.7M	877.8M	68.4%	877.8M
Inv CF	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Fin CF	—	-184.0M	-178.7M	-234.1M	-877.4M	—	—

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PRICE (1Y)+13.0%

SMA 50SMA 200

$31.29

RSI (14)

60.2

52W High

$31.89

From 52W High

1.0%

SCORE BREAKDOWN

Quality

ROIC (ROA)

17.9%*92.8

ROE

18.3%81.6

GP/Assets

—N/A

Op. Margin

0.0%15.3

FCF/Assets

—N/A

Piotroski

693.5

Int. Cover

—N/A

D/E Ratio

—N/A

Current Ratio

—N/A

Value

P/E (TTM)

6.6x85.6

EV/EBITDA

—N/A

P/FCF

—N/A

P/B

—N/A

P/S

6.6x23.9

Div Yield

7.7%81.7

Momentum

52W High %

98%86.5

RS 6M

30%94.5

SMA 50/200

1.19x92.2

EPS Rev 4W

—N/A

EPS Rev 12W

—N/A

EPS Improve

—N/A

Q Growth

—N/A

FUNDAMENTALS

Market Cap

$2.2B

P/E (Forward)

—

Gross Margin

—

SECTOR PEERS

Closest peers in Financial Services, ranked by industry match, size, and score similarity. Cross-listings of BSTZ are excluded.

Ticker	Company	Mkt Cap	StockRank	Signal
BSTZ	BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust(you)	$2.2B	77	Buy
GQG.AX	GQG Partners Inc.	$2.8B	77	Buy
BDJ	BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust	$1.7B	74	Buy
TY	Tri-Continental Corporation	$1.9B	71	Buy
WWH.L	Worldwide Healthcare Ord	$1.9B	71	Buy
BST	BlackRock Science and Technology Trust	$1.6B	74	Buy
TRIN	Trinity Capital Inc.	$1.7B	81	Strong Buy
NFJ	Virtus Dividend, Interest & Premium Strategy Fund	$1.5B	79	Buy
ETG	Eaton Vance Tax-Advantaged Global Dividend Income Fund	$1.9B	84	Strong Buy
AAMI	Acadian Asset Management Inc.	$3.4B	72	Buy

Peer medians: ROE 9.7% · P/E 13.1x · Gross margin 100.0%

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ): Stock Score Summary

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) has a MoatMap StockRank of 77/100 based on Quality (50/100), Value (43/100), and Momentum (79/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY.

Key Financial Metrics

Price	$31.29
Market Cap	$2.2B
P/E (TTM)	6.57
Return on Equity	18.3%
Operating Margin	0.0%
Dividend Yield	7.7%

BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust operates in the Asset Management industry, part of the Financial Services sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust’s (BSTZ) StockRank?: MoatMap’s StockRank for BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) is 77/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (50), Value (43), and Momentum (79) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 20,000+ stock universe.
Does BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust have an economic moat?: BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) has a Quality factor score of 50/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage: the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust a buy, hold, or sell?: MoatMap’s current signal for BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 77/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many; combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust in?: BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust (BSTZ) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management industry (United States).