John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III Net Income

As of the most recent data (January 2026), HPS shows a net income of $77M. That compares with $35M in the prior-year period — up 118.0% year over year. That is below the sector sector average of $86M. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.

Compared with the year-ago period, HPS's net income is now $77M (was $35M) — a 118.0% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III is outperforming or lagging.

The its sector sector average net income is about $86M. John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III is at $77M, which is lower that average. That is roughly 10.2% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how HPS stacks up against individual peers as well.

Tracking HPS's net income over time shows whether John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III is scaling, shrinking, or reshaping that part of the business. The current reading is $77M That compares with $35M in the prior-year period — up 118.0% year over year. Multi-quarter patterns matter more than any single print, which is why this page emphasizes history and peer comparison charts.

Besides this net income page, Stockcircle has John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect net income (currently $77M) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.