BKMS Distribution History & Yield
BNY Mellon Municipal Short Duration ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 29, 2027 | $0.0616 | $6.16 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BKMS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.8002 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BKMS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,625 | $40,906 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 8,123 | $204,531 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 16,246 | $409,061 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.93%. $10,000 in BKMS would currently pay about $293 a year ($24 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BKMS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 6, 2026 | $0.065 | +1.6% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.064 | -17.9% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.078 | +20.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.065 | +4.8% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.062 | +1.6% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.061 | +8.9% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.056 | +36.6% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.041 | — |
Payout risk check
BKMS's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 85/100).
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About BNY Mellon Municipal Short Duration ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal bonds that provide income exempt from federal personal income tax. Generally, its average effective portfolio maturity and the average effective duration of the fund's portfolio will be less than three years. The fund may invest in individual municipal and taxable bonds of any maturity or duration.
Fund family: BNY Mellon. Category: Muni National Short. First distribution on our records: Feb 2, 2026. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BKMS distribution FAQ
When is BKMS's next ex-distribution date?
BKMS's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0616 per share, expected on Nov 3, 2026.
How often does BKMS pay distributions?
BKMS pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.065 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is BKMS's distribution yield?
BKMS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.20%, based on $0.554 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.18. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.7387 per share, is 2.93%.
How much does BKMS pay per share?
BKMS pays about $0.0616 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.7387 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $73.87 a year.
Has BKMS grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BKMS's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of BKMS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.93%, you would need about 1,625 shares of BKMS (roughly $40,906 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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