BlackRock Announces Results of Shareholder Vote at Adjourned Joint Special Shareholder Meeting Relating to the Reorganizations of Two Municipal Closed-End Funds

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BlackRock Advisors announced the approval of the reorganization of BlackRock MuniHoldings Investment Quality Fund (MFL) into BlackRock Municipal Income Fund, Inc. (MUI). Shareholders of MFL will exchange their Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares for Variable Rate Demand Preferred Shares of MUI on a one-for-one basis. The reorganization is expected to complete in Q2 2022, contingent on customary closing conditions. This merger aims to streamline operations and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Positive

• Approval of the reorganization may enhance operational efficiencies.
• One-for-one exchange of preferred shares may maintain shareholder value.

Negative

• Potential execution risks associated with the reorganization process.
• Market volatility impacting the demand for the Funds post-reorganization.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BlackRock Advisors, LLC announced today that, at a joint special meeting of shareholders (the “Meeting”) of BlackRock MuniHoldings Investment Quality Fund (NYSE: MFL), the requisite vote of shareholders of MFL have approved the reorganization of MFL with and into BlackRock Municipal Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: MUI and together with MFL, the “Funds,” and each, a “Fund”), with MUI continuing as the surviving Fund, and the transactions contemplated thereby (the “Reorganization”). Shareholders of MUI previously approved the Reorganization at a joint special meeting of shareholders.

It is currently expected that the Reorganization will be completed in the beginning of the second quarter of 2022, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The Reorganization, if completed, would occur based on the relative net asset value of the common shares of each Fund. Prior to the Reorganization, all of the Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares of MUI will be refinanced into Variable Rate Demand Preferred Shares (“VRDP Shares”). Holders of VRDP Shares of MFL would receive on a one-for-one basis VRDP Shares of MUI in an amount equal to the aggregate VRDP Share liquidation preference (including any accumulated and unpaid dividends) held by holders of MFL VRDP Shares immediately prior to the Reorganization.

This press release is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer to purchase or sell shares of the Funds.

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Annual and Semi-Annual Reports and other regulatory filings of the Funds with the SEC are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov and on BlackRock’s website at www.blackrock.com, and may discuss these or other factors that affect the Funds. The information contained on BlackRock’s website is not a part of this press release.

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FAQ

What is the reorganization of BlackRock MuniHoldings Investment Quality Fund (MFL)?

The reorganization involves merging MFL into BlackRock Municipal Income Fund, Inc. (MUI), with MUI continuing as the surviving fund.

When is the reorganization of MFL and MUI expected to occur?

The reorganization is expected to be completed in the beginning of the second quarter of 2022.

What will happen to the Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares of MFL?

They will be exchanged for Variable Rate Demand Preferred Shares of MUI on a one-for-one basis.

What are the implications of the reorganization for investors of MFL and MUI?

Investors may benefit from enhanced operational efficiencies and a potential increase in shareholder value.

What are the potential risks associated with the reorganization process?

Execution risks and market volatility may impact the value and demand for the Funds after the reorganization.