MFSM Distribution History & Yield
MFS Active Intermediate Muni 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 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 15, 2026 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 (in 84 days) | Dec 16, 2026 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 2, 2027 (in 115 days) | Jan 16, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 (in 146 days) | Feb 16, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 (in 177 days) | Mar 19, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 5, 2027 (in 208 days) | Apr 19, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 (in 239 days) | May 20, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 6, 2027 (in 270 days) | Jun 20, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 7, 2027 (in 301 days) | Jul 21, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 7, 2027 (in 332 days) | Aug 21, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 7, 2027 (in 363 days) | Sep 21, 2027 | $0.0743 | $7.43 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MFSM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.892 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 21 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MFSM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,346 | $32,839 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,727 | $164,193 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 13,453 | $328,386 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.65%. $10,000 in MFSM would currently pay about $365 a year ($30 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MFSM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.074 | -1.3% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.075 | +1.4% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.074 | +1.4% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.073 | +1.4% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.072 | -10.0% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.08 | +27.0% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.063 | -12.5% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.072 | -1.4% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.073 | -7.6% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.079 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.079 | +1.3% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.078 | +4.0% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +2.7% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.073 | -2.7% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +0.0% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +11.9% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.067 | -1.5% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.068 | +3.0% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.066 | +17.9% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.056 | — |
Payout risk check
MFSM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved -0.1% 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 Intermediate Muni Bond ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund’s net assets in municipal instruments, the interest on which is exempt from federal income tax. Interest from the fund’s investments may be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax. It normally invests the fund’s assets primarily in municipal instruments.
Fund family: MFS. Category: Muni National Interm. 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.
MFSM distribution FAQ
When is MFSM's next ex-distribution date?
MFSM'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 $0.0743 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does MFSM pay distributions?
MFSM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.074 per share with an ex-date of Aug 31, 2026.
What is MFSM's distribution yield?
MFSM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.65%, based on $0.892 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.41. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.892 per share, is 3.65%.
How much does MFSM pay per share?
MFSM pays about $0.0743 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.892 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $89.20 a year.
Has MFSM grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, MFSM'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 MFSM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.65%, you would need about 1,346 shares of MFSM (roughly $32,839 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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