EVSM Distribution History & Yield
Eaton Vance Short Duration Municipal Income ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 13, 2026 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 11, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 13, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 12, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 11, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 11, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Sep 9, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Oct 9, 2027 | $0.1253 | $12.53 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EVSM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.6293 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 31 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EVSM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 798 | $39,746 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,990 | $198,730 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,979 | $397,460 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.02%. $10,000 in EVSM would currently pay about $302 a year ($25 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EVSM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | — | $0.117 | -6.4% |
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.125 | -5.3% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.132 | +2.3% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.129 | +0.0% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.129 | -3.7% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.134 | +5.5% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.127 | +10.4% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.115 | +1.8% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.113 | -13.7% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | — | $0.131 | +5.6% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.124 | -3.1% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.128 | +4.9% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.122 | -3.2% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.126 | -3.8% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.131 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.131 | -4.4% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.137 | +2.2% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.134 | -0.7% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.135 | +1.5% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.133 | -5.0% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.14 | +1.4% |
| Dec 23, 2024 | — | $0.138 | +3.0% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | — | $0.134 | -9.5% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | — | $0.148 | +8.0% |
Payout risk check
EVSM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved -1.2% over the past year.
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Eaton Vance Short Duration Municipal Income ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal securities, the interest on which is exempt from regular federal income tax.
Fund family: Eaton Vance ETFs. Category: Muni National Short. First distribution on our records: Mar 28, 2024. 31 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EVSM distribution FAQ
When is EVSM's next ex-distribution date?
EVSM's next ex-distribution date is Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1253 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does EVSM pay distributions?
EVSM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.117 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is EVSM's distribution yield?
EVSM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.02%, based on $1.504 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $49.81. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.504 per share, is 3.02%.
How much does EVSM pay per share?
EVSM pays about $0.1253 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.504 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $150.40 a year.
Has EVSM grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last year the regular payout changed -6.5%. As a fund, EVSM'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 EVSM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.02%, you would need about 798 shares of EVSM (roughly $39,746 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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