LEO Dividend History & Yield
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Upcoming dividend payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 13, 2026 (in 19 days) | Nov 27, 2026 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 13, 2026 (in 49 days) | Dec 27, 2026 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 12, 2027 (in 79 days) | Jan 26, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 11, 2027 (in 109 days) | Feb 25, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Sat, Mar 13, 2027 (in 139 days) | Mar 27, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 12, 2027 (in 169 days) | Apr 26, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 (in 199 days) | May 26, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 11, 2027 (in 229 days) | Jun 25, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 11, 2027 (in 259 days) | Jul 25, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 10, 2027 (in 289 days) | Aug 24, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 9, 2027 (in 319 days) | Sep 23, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 9, 2027 (in 349 days) | Oct 23, 2027 | $0.0269 | $2.69 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from LEO's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the company announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.323 per share.
Dividend payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual dividends per share
How much LEO do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 3,716 | $21,139 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 18,576 | $105,697 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 37,152 | $211,393 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.68%. $10,000 in LEO would currently pay about $568 a year ($47 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
LEO dividend history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | — | $0.03 | +0.0% |
| Sep 14, 2026 | — | $0.03 | +0.0% |
| Aug 13, 2026 | — | $0.03 | +0.0% |
| Jul 14, 2026 | — | $0.03 | +0.0% |
| Jun 11, 2026 | — | $0.03 | +15.4% |
| May 13, 2026 | — | $0.026 | +0.0% |
| Apr 14, 2026 | — | $0.026 | +0.0% |
| Mar 12, 2026 | — | $0.026 | +0.0% |
| Feb 12, 2026 | — | $0.026 | +13.0% |
| Jan 14, 2026 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Dec 11, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Nov 14, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Oct 14, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Sep 12, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Aug 13, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Jul 14, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +0.0% |
| Jun 12, 2025 | — | $0.023 | +21.1% |
| May 14, 2025 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Apr 14, 2025 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Feb 14, 2025 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Jan 15, 2025 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
| Nov 15, 2024 | — | $0.019 | +0.0% |
LEO dividend increases & cuts
Market-wide changes →| Ex-date | Change | Old | New | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2026 | Raised 15.4% | $0.026 | $0.03 | Paid |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Raised 13.0% | $0.023 | $0.026 | Paid |
Detected from the regular payment stream; supplemental and special dividends are excluded. Pro members get an email the morning a holding raises or cuts.
Payout risk check
LEO scores 55/100 on our yield-trap heuristic (elevated risk).
2 warning flags raised:
- Payout ratio above 100% of earnings
- Payment was cut within the last 5 years
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 BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, Inc. It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States. The fund primarily invests in investment grade municipal bonds, the income from which is exempt from federal income tax. It employs fundamental analysis to create its portfolio. The fund was formerly known as Dreyfus Strategic Municipals, Inc. BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. was formed on September 23, 1987 and is domiciled in the United States.
Sector: Financial Services. Industry: Asset Management. First dividend on our records: Nov 3, 1987. 467 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
LEO dividend FAQ
When is LEO's next ex-dividend date?
LEO's next ex-dividend date is Nov 13, 2026 (in 19 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0269 per share, expected on Nov 27, 2026.
How often does LEO pay dividends?
LEO pays dividends every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.03 per share with an ex-date of Oct 14, 2026.
What is LEO's dividend yield?
LEO's trailing 12-month dividend yield is 5.68%, based on $0.323 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $5.69. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.323 per share, is 5.68%.
How much does LEO pay per share?
LEO pays about $0.0269 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.323 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $32.30 a year.
Has LEO grown or cut its dividend?
LEO has raised its annual dividend for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 5.1% a year (+30.2% over the last year). LEO did cut a regular payment within the last 5 years.
How many shares of LEO do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.68%, you would need about 3,716 shares of LEO (roughly $21,139 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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