First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund Declares Monthly Common Share Distributions of $0.0375 Per Share for May, June and July

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The First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund (NYSE: FPL) has announced monthly common share distributions of $0.0375 for May, June, and July 2022. The payable, record, and expected ex-dividend dates are set for May 16, June 15, and July 15, respectively. Based on the April 19, 2022 NAV of $7.57, the distribution rate is 5.94%, and 6.88% based on the closing market price of $6.54. These distributions may consist of a tax-deferred return of capital, with final tax status to be determined after 2022.

Positive

• Monthly distribution of $0.0375 per share indicates a commitment to returning value to shareholders.
• Distribution rate based on April 19 NAV of $7.57 is 5.94%, suggesting competitive yield for investors.
• Investment strategy focuses on cash-generating securities within the energy sector, potentially leading to stable income.

Negative

• The fund's reliance on MLPs means it is susceptible to sector-specific risks and regulatory changes.
• As a non-diversified entity, the fund's performance may fluctuate significantly based on concentrated investments.
• Use of leverage can amplify losses, introducing additional risk to investors.

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund (the "Fund") (NYSE: FPL) has declared the Fund’s monthly common share distributions for May, June and July of $0.0375 per share for each month.

The payable, record and expected ex-dividend dates, as well as the distribution per share amount for these distributions are as follows:

May

June

July

Payable Date:

05/16/22

06/15/22

07/15/22

Record Date:

05/03/22

06/02/22

07/05/22

Expected Ex-Dividend Date:

05/02/22

06/01/22

07/01/22

Distribution Per Share:

$0.0375

$0.0375

$0.0375

The monthly distribution information for the Fund appears below.

First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund (FPL):

Distribution per share:............................................................................................................... $0.0375
Distribution Rate based on the April 19, 2022 NAV of $7.57:.......................................................... 5.94%
Distribution Rate based on the April 19, 2022 closing market price of $6.54:................................... 6.88%

It is anticipated that, due to the tax treatment of cash distributions made by master limited partnerships ("MLPs") in which the Fund invests, a portion of the distributions the Fund makes to Common Shareholders may consist of a tax-deferred return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax status of all 2022 distributions will be made after the end of 2022 and will be provided on Form 1099-DIV.

The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company that seeks a high level of total return with an emphasis on current distributions paid to common shareholders. The Fund will seek to provide its common shareholders with a vehicle to invest in a portfolio of cash-generating securities, with a focus on investing in publicly traded MLPs and MLP-related entities in the energy sector and energy utilities industries that are weighted towards non-cyclical, fee-for-service revenues. Under normal market conditions, the Fund will invest at least 85% of its Managed Assets in equity and debt securities of MLPs, MLP-related entities and other energy sector and energy utilities companies that the Fund's Sub-Advisor believes offer opportunities for growth and income. To generate additional income, the Fund currently expects to write (or sell) covered call options on up to 35% of its managed assets. The Fund is treated as a regular corporation, or a "C" corporation, for United States federal income tax purposes and, as a result, is subject to corporate income tax to the extent the Fund recognizes taxable income.

First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") is a federally registered investment advisor and serves as the Fund's investment advisor. FTA and its affiliate First Trust Portfolios L.P. ("FTP"), a FINRA registered broker-dealer, are privately-held companies that provide a variety of investment services. FTA has collective assets under management or supervision of approximately $216 billion as of March 31, 2022 through unit investment trusts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, mutual funds and separate managed accounts. FTA is the supervisor of the First Trust unit investment trusts, while FTP is the sponsor. FTP is also a distributor of mutual fund shares and exchange-traded fund creation units. FTA and FTP are based in Wheaton, Illinois.

Energy Income Partners, LLC ("EIP") serves as the Fund's investment sub-advisor and provides advisory services to a number of investment companies and partnerships for the purpose of investing in MLPs and other energy infrastructure securities. EIP is one of the early investment advisors specializing in this area. As of March 31, 2022, EIP managed or supervised approximately $5.2 billion in client assets.

Principal Risk Factors: Past performance is no assurance of future results. Investment return and market value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate. Shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. There can be no assurance that the Fund's investment objectives will be achieved. The Fund may not be appropriate for all investors.

Securities held by a fund, as well as shares of a fund itself, are subject to market fluctuations caused by factors such as general economic conditions, political events, regulatory or market developments, changes in interest rates and perceived trends in securities prices. Shares of a fund could decline in value or underperform other investments as a result of the risk of loss associated with these market fluctuations. In addition, local, regional or global events such as war, acts of terrorism, spread of infectious diseases or other public health issues, recessions, or other events could have a significant negative impact on a fund and its investments. Such events may affect certain geographic regions, countries, sectors and industries more significantly than others. In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine which has caused and could continue to cause significant market disruptions and volatility within the markets in Russia, Europe, and the United States. The hostilities and sanctions resulting from those hostilities could have a significant impact on certain fund investments as well as fund performance. The outbreak of the respiratory disease designated as COVID-19 in December 2019 has caused significant volatility and declines in global financial markets, which have caused losses for investors. While the development of vaccines has slowed the spread of the virus and allowed for the resumption of "reasonably" normal business activity in the United States, many countries continue to impose lockdown measures in an attempt to slow the spread. Additionally, there is no guarantee that vaccines will be effective against emerging variants of the disease.

The Fund is subject to risks, including the fact that it is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company.

Because the Fund is concentrated in securities issued by MLPs, MLP-related entities, and other energy and utilities companies, it will be more susceptible to adverse economic or regulatory occurrences affecting those industries, including high interest costs, high leverage costs, the effects of economic slowdown, surplus capacity, increased competition, uncertainties concerning the availability of fuel at reasonable prices, the effects of energy conservation policies and other factors.

The Fund's use of derivatives may result in losses greater than if they had not been used, may require the Fund to sell or purchase portfolio securities at inopportune times, may limit the amount of appreciation the Fund can realize on an investment, or may cause the Fund to hold a security that it might otherwise sell.

The Fund invests in securities of non-U.S. issuers which are subject to higher volatility than securities of U.S. issuers. Because the Fund invests in non-U.S. securities, you may lose money if the local currency of a non-U.S. market depreciates against the U.S. dollar.

Use of leverage can result in additional risk and cost, and can magnify the effect of any losses.

The risks of investing in the Fund are spelled out in the shareholder reports and other regulatory filings.

The information presented is not intended to constitute an investment recommendation for, or advice to, any specific person. By providing this information, First Trust is not undertaking to give advice in any fiduciary capacity within the meaning of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code or any other regulatory framework. Financial professionals are responsible for evaluating investment risks independently and for exercising independent judgment in determining whether investments are appropriate for their clients.

The Fund's daily closing New York Stock Exchange price and net asset value per share as well as other information can be found at https://www.ftportfolios.com or by calling 1-800-988-5891.

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Source: First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund

FAQ

What is the monthly distribution amount for First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund (FPL)?

The monthly distribution amount for FPL is $0.0375 per share for May, June, and July 2022.

When are the payable dates for the distributions of FPL?

The payable dates for FPL distributions are May 16, June 15, and July 15, 2022.

What is the distribution rate for FPL based on its NAV?

The distribution rate for FPL based on the April 19, 2022 NAV of $7.57 is 5.94%.

Is the distribution from FPL tax-deferred?

Yes, a portion of FPL's distributions may be considered a tax-deferred return of capital, with final tax determination to follow the end of 2022.

What are the principal risks associated with investing in FPL?

FPL is subject to sector-specific risks, market fluctuations, and leverage-related risks, which may affect its overall performance.