MEMS Distribution History & Yield
Matthews Emerging Markets Discovery Active ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Dec 16, 2026 (in 98 days) | Dec 21, 2026 | $0.716 | $71.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MEMS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.716 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 2 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MEMS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,676 | $52,488 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 8,380 | $262,441 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 16,760 | $524,883 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.29%. $10,000 in MEMS would currently pay about $229 a year ($19 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MEMS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $0.716 | +113.7% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 | $0.335 | — |
Payout risk check
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About Matthews Emerging Markets Discovery Active ETF
Under normal circumstances, the Matthews Emerging Markets Discovery Active ETF seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 65% of its net assets, which include borrowings for investment purposes, in the common and preferred stocks of small companies. In addition, at least 80% of the fund’s net assets, which includes borrowings for investment purposes, will be invested in the common and preferred stocks of companies located in emerging market countries, such as China and India. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Matthews Asia Funds. Category: Diversified Emerging Mkts. First distribution on our records: Dec 18, 2024. 2 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MEMS distribution FAQ
When is MEMS's next ex-distribution date?
MEMS's next ex-distribution date is Dec 16, 2026 (in 98 days, estimated from its annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.716 per share, expected on Dec 21, 2026.
How often does MEMS pay distributions?
MEMS pays distributions once a year, 1 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.716 per share with an ex-date of Dec 17, 2025.
What is MEMS's distribution yield?
MEMS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.29%, based on $0.716 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $31.32. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.716 per share, is 2.29%.
How much does MEMS pay per share?
MEMS pays about $0.716 per share each year, which works out to roughly $0.716 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $71.60 a year.
Has MEMS grown or cut its distribution?
MEMS has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year.
How many shares of MEMS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.29%, you would need about 1,676 shares of MEMS (roughly $52,488 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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