MCH Distribution History & Yield
Matthews China Active ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Dec 19, 2026 (in 54 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.497 | $49.70 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MCH's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.497 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 3 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MCH do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,415 | $61,186 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 12,073 | $305,928 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 24,145 | $611,855 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.96%. $10,000 in MCH would currently pay about $196 a year ($16 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MCH distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | — | $0.497 | +71.4% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | — | $0.29 | -5.8% |
| Dec 14, 2023 | — | $0.308 | — |
Payout risk check
MCH's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 74/100).
Its share price moved -16.3% 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 Matthews China Active ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets, which include borrowings for investment purposes, in the common and preferred stocks of companies located in China. China includes its administrative and other districts, such as Hong Kong and Macau. The fund seeks to invest in companies capable of sustainable growth based on the fundamental characteristics of those companies.
Fund family: Matthews Asia Funds. Category: Greater China Region. First distribution on our records: Dec 14, 2023. 3 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MCH distribution FAQ
When is MCH's next ex-distribution date?
MCH's next ex-distribution date is Dec 19, 2026 (in 54 days, estimated from its annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.497 per share, expected on Jan 2, 2027.
How often does MCH pay distributions?
MCH pays distributions once a year, 1 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.497 per share with an ex-date of Dec 17, 2025.
What is MCH's distribution yield?
MCH's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.96%, based on $0.497 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.34. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.497 per share, is 1.96%.
How much does MCH pay per share?
MCH pays about $0.497 per share each year, which works out to roughly $0.497 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $49.70 a year.
Has MCH grown or cut its distribution?
MCH has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last year the regular payout changed +71.4%.
How many shares of MCH do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.96%, you would need about 2,415 shares of MCH (roughly $61,186 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive once a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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