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

Rhea-AI Summary

Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. (NYSE:TTP) and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE:TPZ) announced distributions paid on February 28, 2023. The current distribution for TTP is $0.5900 per share, sourced mainly from a 87% return of capital, while TPZ's current distribution is $0.1050, with 46% from return of capital. Year-to-date performance shows TTP with an average annual total return of -9.07% and TPZ at 1.17%. The cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV stand at 1.73% for TTP and 1.98% for TPZ.

Positive

• TPZ reported a current distribution of $0.1050 per share, supported by 21% net investment income.
• TPZ's average annual total return for the last 5 years was 1.17%, indicating positive performance.

Negative

• TTP's current distribution is largely a return of capital with 87%, suggesting potential concerns about sustainable income.
• TTP's average annual total return over the past 5 years is negative at -9.07%, indicating poor historical performance.

LEAWOOD, KS / ACCESSWIRE / February 28, 2023 / 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 February 28, 2023 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.

The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distributions, payable February 28, 2023 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%		0.0000		0%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains	0.0786		13%		0.0786		13%
Return of Capital	0.5114		87%		0.5114		87%
Total (per common share)	0.5900		100%		0.5900		100%

Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the 5 years ending on 1/31/2023	-9.07%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of NAV as of 1/31/2023	6.94%	%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1/31/2023	-2.13%	%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as 1/31/2023	1.73%	%

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	0.0219		21%		0.0656		21%
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains	0.0000		0%		0.0000		0%
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains	0.0347		33%		0.1041		33%
Return of Capital	0.0484		46%		0.1453		46%
Total (per common share)	0.1050		100%		0.3150		100%

Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the 5 years ending on 1/31/2023	1.17%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of NAV as of 1/31/2023	7.92%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1/31/2023	1.92%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as 1/31/2023	1.98%

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

Contact Information

For more information contact Jen Ashlock at (913) 981-1020 or info@tortoiseecofin.com.

SOURCE: TortoiseEcofin

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FAQ

What is the current distribution amount for TTP and TPZ?

TTP's current distribution is $0.5900 per share, while TPZ's is $0.1050 per share.

What percentage of the distribution for TTP is a return of capital?

87% of TTP's distribution is classified as a return of capital.

What are the average annual total returns for TTP and TPZ?

TTP's average annual total return is -9.07%, whereas TPZ's is 1.17%.

How much has TPZ distributed year-to-date as a percentage of NAV?

TPZ has distributed 1.98% of its NAV year-to-date.