Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. Provide Section 19(a) Notice

Rhea-AI Summary

On August 31, 2021, Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund (NYSE:TTP) and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund (NYSE:TPZ) announced distribution details for the fiscal year-to-date. TTP's current distribution is $0.3700 per share, entirely from return of capital, while its year-to-date distribution totals $0.6900. TPZ reported a current distribution of $0.0600 per share, with 38% from net investment income and a year-to-date total of $0.4600. Both funds noted that they might have distributed more than their income and capital gains, indicating returns of capital to investors.

Positive

• TTP has a current distribution of $0.3700 per share, all from return of capital.
• TPZ has a current distribution of $0.0600 per share, with 38% derived from net investment income.
• TPZ reported a cumulative distribution of $0.4600 year-to-date.

Negative

• TTP's current and cumulative distributions are entirely from return of capital, signaling potential long-term sustainability issues.
• Overall, both funds have distributed more than their income and realized capital gains.

LEAWOOD, KS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- This notice provides stockholders of Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. (NYSE: TTP) and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE: TPZ) with information regarding the distributions paid on August 31, 2021 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.

The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distributions, payable August 31, 2021 and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital. All amounts are expressed per common share.

Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc.

Estimated Sources of Distributions
	($) Current Distribution	% Breakdown of the Current Distribution	($) Total Cumulative Distributions for the Fiscal Year to Date	% Breakdown of the Total Cumulative Distributions for the Fiscal Year to Date
Net Investment Income	0.0000	0%	0.0000	0%
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains	0.0000	0%	0.6900	100%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains	0.0000	0%	0.0000	0%
Return of Capital	0.3700	100%	0.0000	0%
Total (per common share)	0.3700	100%	0.6900	100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the 5 years ending on 7/31/2021				-12.88%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of NAV as of 7/31/2021				5.15%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 7/31/2021				45.74%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as 7/31/2021				2.40%

Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc.

Estimated Sources of Distributions
	($) Current Distribution	% Breakdown of the Current Distribution	($) Total Cumulative Distributions for the Fiscal Year to Date	% Breakdown of the Total Cumulative Distributions for the Fiscal Year to Date
Net Investment Income	0.0225	38%	0.1759	38%
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains	0.0018	2%	0.2841	62%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains	0.0000	0%	0.0000	0%
Return of Capital	0.0357	60%	0.0000	0%
Total (per common share)	0.0600	100%	0.4600	100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the 5 years ending on 7/31/2021				0.16%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of NAV as of 7/31/2021				4.62%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 7/31/2021				23.74%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 7/31/2021				2.95%

You should not draw any conclusions about TTP or TPZ’s investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of TTP and TPZ’s distribution policies.

TTP and TPZ estimate that they have distributed more than their 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 TTP and/or TPZ is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect TTP and/or TPZ's investment performance and should not be confused with "yield" or "income."

The amounts and sources of distributions reported are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon TTP and TPZ's investment experience during the remainder of their fiscal years and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. TTP and/or TPZ 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.

Tortoise Capital Advisors is the Adviser to the Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. and the Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc.

For additional information on these funds, please visit cef.tortoiseecofin.com.

About Tortoise

Tortoise focuses on energy & power infrastructure and the transition to cleaner energy. Tortoise’s solid track record of energy value chain investment experience and research dates back more than 20 years. As one of the earliest investors in midstream energy, Tortoise believes it is well-positioned to be at the forefront of the global energy evolution that is underway. With a steady wins approach and a long-term perspective, Tortoise strives to make a positive impact on clients and communities. To learn more, please visit www.TortoiseEcofin.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain statements that may include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein are "forward-looking statements." Although the funds and Tortoise Capital Advisors believe that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the fund’s reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Other than as required by law, the funds and Tortoise Capital Advisors do not assume a duty to update this forward-looking statement.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer or solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the laws of such state or jurisdiction.

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Maggie Zastrow at (913) 981-1020 or info@tortoiseecofin.com

Source: Tortoise

FAQ

What is the current distribution per share for TTP as of August 31, 2021?

TTP's current distribution is $0.3700 per share.

What percentage of TPZ's current distribution comes from net investment income?

38% of TPZ's current distribution of $0.0600 per share comes from net investment income.

What were the cumulative distributions paid by TTP and TPZ fiscal year-to-date as of August 31, 2021?

TTP's cumulative distribution was $0.6900 and TPZ's was $0.4600.

What does it mean when a distribution is described as a return of capital?

A return of capital indicates that some of the investor's initial investment is being paid back, rather than profits or gains.