MFSM Distribution History & Yield
MFS Active Intermediate Muni Bond ETF · NYSE
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 13, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 11, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 13, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 12, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 11, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 11, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Sep 9, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Oct 9, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | 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 $0.9587 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 22 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 | 1,356 | $32,434 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,780 | $162,169 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 13,560 | $324,339 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.70%. $10,000 in MFSM would currently pay about $370 a year ($31 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MFSM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | — | $0.071 | -4.1% |
| 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 -3.7% over the past year.
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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. 22 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 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 30, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0737 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does MFSM pay distributions?
MFSM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.071 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is MFSM's distribution yield?
MFSM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.70%, based on $0.885 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $23.92. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.885 per share, is 3.70%.
How much does MFSM pay per share?
MFSM pays about $0.0737 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.885 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $88.50 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 3.70%, you would need about 1,356 shares of MFSM (roughly $32,434 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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