Mandatory closed period - Compliance with MAR

BLACKROCK AMERICAN INCOME TRUST PLC (the “Company”)

(LEI: 549300WWOCXSC241W468) 

Mandatory closed period - Compliance with Market Abuse Regulations

The Directors of BlackRock American Income Trust plc confirm that they are satisfied that all inside information, which the Directors and BlackRock American Income Trust plc have leading up to the announcement of the half yearly financial results for the period ended 30 April 2025, has previously been notified to a RIS.

Accordingly, the Company may continue to issue shares or buy back its ordinary shares to be held in treasury or for cancellation until the end of the mandatory closed period which is expected to be on or around 25 June 2025.

Enquiries:

Graham Venablesfor and on behalf of BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited

Company Secretary

Tel: 020 3649 3432

Date: 23 May 2025