MFSB Distribution History & Yield
MFS Active Core Plus Bond ETF · NYSE
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 15, 2026 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 (in 84 days) | Dec 16, 2026 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 2, 2027 (in 115 days) | Jan 16, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 (in 146 days) | Feb 16, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 (in 177 days) | Mar 19, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 5, 2027 (in 208 days) | Apr 19, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 (in 239 days) | May 20, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 6, 2027 (in 270 days) | Jun 20, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 7, 2027 (in 301 days) | Jul 21, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 7, 2027 (in 332 days) | Aug 21, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 7, 2027 (in 363 days) | Sep 21, 2027 | $0.0949 | $9.49 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MFSB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.139 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 21 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MFSB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,054 | $25,838 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,268 | $129,192 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,536 | $258,385 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.64%. $10,000 in MFSB would currently pay about $464 a year ($39 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MFSB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +4.2% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.096 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.096 | -4.0% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +7.5% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +3.3% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.09 | -3.2% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.093 | -3.1% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.096 | +0.0% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.096 | +11.6% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.086 | -13.1% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +5.3% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.094 | -6.0% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +809.1% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.011 | -87.5% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.088 | -12.9% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.101 | -1.9% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.103 | +7.3% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.096 | +2.1% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.094 | +2.2% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +1.1% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.091 | — |
Payout risk check
MFSB's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 96/100).
Its share price moved -1.9% 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 MFS Active Core Plus Bond ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund’s net assets in debt instruments. Debt instruments include corporate debt instruments, U.S. government securities, foreign government securities, securitized instruments (including mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities), municipal instruments, and other obligations to repay money borrowed.
Fund family: MFS. Category: Intermediate Core-Plus Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 30, 2024. 21 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MFSB distribution FAQ
When is MFSB's next ex-distribution date?
MFSB's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0949 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does MFSB pay distributions?
MFSB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.10 per share with an ex-date of Aug 31, 2026.
What is MFSB's distribution yield?
MFSB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.64%, based on $1.139 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.52. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.139 per share, is 4.64%.
How much does MFSB pay per share?
MFSB pays about $0.0949 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.139 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $113.90 a year.
Has MFSB grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, MFSB'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 MFSB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.64%, you would need about 1,054 shares of MFSB (roughly $25,838 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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