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2日前
Certain MFS Closed-End Funds Announce Closing Date for Reorganization and Change of Investment AdviserJune 4, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today that the reorganization of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR) and MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF) (each a “Target Fund” and collectively, the “Target Funds”) into MFS Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT) (the “Surviving Fund”) (each a “Reorganization” and collectively, the “Reorganizations”) will be completed by the open of business on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) on Monday, June 22, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of certain closing conditions. To facilitate the Reorganizations, all shares of each Target Fund will cease trading on the NYSE as of market close on Thursday, June 18, 2026, and each Target Fund’s shareholders will be issued newly issued common shares of the Surviving Fund. The aggregate net asset value (“NAV”) of such shares will equal the aggregate NAV (not the market value) of the common shares of the Target Fund held immediately prior to the applicable Reorganization. Prior to open of business on the NYSE on Monday, June 22, 2026, abrdn Inc. (“Aberdeen”) will replace MFS as the Surviving Fund’s investment adviser and five new trustees will be appointed to the Surviving Fund’s Board of Trustees and the Surviving Fund’s current trustees will resign. Upon closing it is intended that the Surviving Fund name will be changed from “MFS Multimarket Income Trust” to “Aberdeen Multi-Market Income Fund.” Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking and can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "continue," or other similar words. Such forward-looking statements are based on the fund's current plans and expectations, are not guarantees of future results or performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release only; the funds undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully consider all such factors. About the Funds The funds are closed-end investment company products advised by MFS Investment Management. Closed-end funds, unlike open-end funds, are not continuously offered. There is a one-time public offering and once issued, common shares of the funds are bought and sold in the open market through a stock exchange. Shares may trade at a discount to the net asset value per share. Shares of the funds are not FDIC-insured and are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, any bank. Shares of the funds involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal. About MFS Investment Management In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of May 31, 2026, MFS had approximately $654.9 billion in assets under management. MFS Investment Management
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1週前
MFS Announces Final Closed-End Fund Distributions and Timing of Reorganization for Certain FundsMay 29, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of May 29, 2026, ex-dividend dates of June 8, 2026, record dates of June 8, 2026, and payable dates of June 15, 2026:
Fund (ticker) Income/
Share Other
Sources/
Share* Total
Amount/
Share MFS® Charter Income Trust
(NYSE: MCR) $0.0000 $0.043740 $0.043740 MFS® Intermediate High Income Fund
(NYSE: CIF) $0.0000 $0.014140 $0.014140 MFS® Multimarket Income Trust
(NYSE: MMT) $0.0000 $0.032840 $0.032840 *Distribution from "Other Sources" may contain sources of income other than ordinary income, such as short-term capital gains, long term capital gains, or return of capital, which cannot be determined until the close of the Fund's fiscal year end. Distributions that are treated for federal income tax purposes as a return of capital will reduce a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares and, to the extent the distribution exceeds a shareholder's adjusted tax basis, will be treated as a gain to the shareholder from a sale of shares. Please see each Fund's most recent dividend source information available from payable date at MFS.com for the breakdown of the distribution. The above distributions represent each Fund’s final distribution prior to its reorganization into and with the MFS Multimarket Income Trust (“MMT”) (each a Reorganization and collectively, the “Reorganizations”). Each Reorganization was approved by shareholders at a Special Meeting of Shareholders. The Reorganizations are expected to be completed after the close of trading on Thursday, June 18, 2026, which will be each Fund’s final day of trading, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Shareholders of each Fund as of the close of market on June 18, 2026, will receive newly issued common shares of MMT with an aggregate net asset value equal to the net asset value of their Fund shares. Such shareholders will be deemed shareholders of MMT as of the opening of market trading on Monday, June 22, 2026. Importantly, Fund shareholders who continue as shareholders of MMT following the Reorganization will be eligible to receive MMT's monthly distribution for July 2026, subject to applicable record date and distribution details, which are expected to be announced in early July. Investors who want to make changes to their accounts should contact their financial advisor, brokerage firm, or other nominee with whom the shares are registered. If shares are registered with the Funds’ transfer agent, Computershare, the transfer agent may be contacted directly at 800-637-2304, or www.computershare.com. About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of April 30, 2026, MFS manages US $650.7 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information. The Funds are closed-end investment products. Common shares of the Funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV. MFS Investment Management
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2週前
MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain FundsMay 26, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) released today the distribution income sources for five of its closed-end funds for April 2026: MFS® Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS® Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS® Intermediate High-Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS® Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) and MFS® Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT). This information also can be obtained by visiting MFS.com by clicking on Products & Strategies > Closed End Funds > Dividend Source Information. MFS Charter Income Trust
Distribution period: May 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.04399 The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share. Current
distribution % Breakdown of
current distribution Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date % Breakdown of the
total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date Net Investment Income $ 0.01320 30% $ 0.19268 72% Net Realized ST Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Net Realized LT Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Return of Capital or Other Capital Source 0.03079 70% 0.07493 28% Total (per common share) $ 0.04399 100% $ 0.26761 100% Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 4-30-2026 3.00% Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 4-30-2026 8.02% Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 4-30-2026 1.07% Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 4-30-2026 4.07% MFS Government Markets Income Trust
Distribution period: May 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01872 The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share. Current
distribution % Breakdown of
current distribution Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date % Breakdown of the
total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date Net Investment Income $ 0.00899 48% $ 0.05020 44% Net Realized ST Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Net Realized LT Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Return of Capital or Other Capital Source 0.00973 52% 0.06389 56% Total (per common share) $ 0.01872 100% $ 0.11409 100% Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 4-30-2026 -0.04% Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 4-30-2026 7.29% Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 4-30-2026 -0.32% Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 4-30-2026 3.70% MFS Intermediate High-Income Fund
Distribution period: May 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01424 The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share. Current
distribution % Breakdown of
current distribution Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date % Breakdown of the
total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date Net Investment Income $ 0.00897 63% $ 0.06240 72% Net Realized ST Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Net Realized LT Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Return of Capital or Other Capital Source 0.00527 37% 0.02427 28% Total (per common share) $ 0.01424 100% $ 0.08667 100% Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 4-30-2026 3.54% Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 4-30-2026 9.55% Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 4-30-2026 1.55% Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 4-30-2026 4.84% MFS Intermediate Income Trust
Distribution period: May 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01878 The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share. Current
distribution % Breakdown of
current distribution Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date % Breakdown of the
total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date Net Investment Income $ 0.00732 39% $ 0.05094 38% Net Realized ST Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Net Realized LT Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Return of Capital or Other Capital Source 0.01146 61% 0.08312 62% Total (per common share) $ 0.01878 100% $ 0.13406 100% Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 4-30-2026 1.66% Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 4-30-2026 8.54% Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 4-30-2026 1.11% Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 4-30-2026 5.08% MFS Multimarket Income Trust
Distribution period: May 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.03298 The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share. Current
distribution % Breakdown of
current distribution Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date % Breakdown of the
total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date Net Investment Income $ 0.00264 8% $ 0.14787 63% Net Realized ST Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Net Realized LT Cap Gains 0.00000 0% 0.00000 0% Return of Capital or Other Capital Source 0.03034 92% 0.08684 37% Total (per common share) $ 0.03298 100% $ 0.23471 100% Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 4-30-2026 3.81% Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 4-30-2026 8.01% Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 4-30-2026 1.53% Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 4-30-2026 4.75% The above funds have adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available monthly, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital to maintain its managed distribution level. Investors should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan. The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and estimated composition of the distribution and other related information. The amounts and sources of distributions reported above are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time. About MFS Investment Management In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of April 30, 2026, MFS manages US$650.7 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information. The Funds are closed-end Funds. Common shares of the Funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV. MFS Investment Management
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3週前
MFS Taxable Closed-End Funds Announce Completion of Special Shareholder MeetingsMay 18, 2026 4:30 PM
Business Wire MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today that shareholders of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR) and MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF) (each a “Target Fund” and collectively, the “Target Funds”) have approved the reorganization of each Target Fund into MFS Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT) (the “Surviving Fund”) (each a “Reorganization” and collectively, the “Reorganizations”) and that shareholders of the Surviving Fund have approved (i) the appointment of abrdn Inc. (“Aberdeen”) as the new investment adviser, (ii) the appointment of five new trustees, and (iii) the issuance of additional common shares in connection with the Reorganizations. MFS will provide further details concerning the timing for the consummation of each of these initiatives shortly. The Reorganizations On December 10, 2025, the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of each Target Fund unanimously approved the Reorganizations. Shareholders of each Target Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a prospectus/proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information about each Reorganization and the factors considered by each Target Fund’s Board in approving the relevant Target Fund’s Reorganization. Each Target Fund’s Board determined that the Reorganization of that Target Fund into the Surviving Fund is in the best interests of the Target Fund’s shareholders. Appointment of Aberdeen as Investment Adviser, the Election of Five New Trustees, and Issuance of Additional Common Shares of the Surviving Fund On December 10, 2025, the Board of the Surviving Fund unanimously approved (i) a new investment management agreement with Aberdeen, the US Subsidiary of Aberdeen Investments, to serve as the investment adviser to the Surviving Fund following the consummation of the Reorganizations, (ii) the nomination of five new trustees to serve as the Surviving Fund’s board of trustees following the consummation of the Reorganizations, and (iii) the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund to accommodate the Reorganizations. Shareholders of the Surviving Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information regarding each of these initiatives, all of which were recommended by the Surviving Fund’s Board. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking and can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "continue," or other similar words. Such forward-looking statements are based on the fund's current plans and expectations, are not guarantees of future results or performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release only; the funds undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully consider all such factors. About the Funds The funds are closed-end investment company products advised by MFS Investment Management. Closed-end funds, unlike open-end funds, are not continuously offered. There is a one-time public offering and once issued, common shares of the funds are bought and sold in the open market through a stock exchange. Shares may trade at a discount to the net asset value per share. Shares of the funds are not FDIC-insured and are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, any bank. Shares of the funds involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal. About MFS Investment Management In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of April 30, 2026, MFS had approximately $650.7 billion in assets under management. MFS Investment Management
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1月前
MFS Announces Closed-End Fund DistributionsMay 1, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of May 1, 2026, ex-dividend dates of May 19, 2026, record dates of May 19, 2026, and payable dates of May 29, 2026:
Fund (ticker)
Income/
Share
Other Sources/
Share*
Total Amount/
Share
MFS® Charter Income Trust
(NYSE: MCR)^
$0.0000
$0.043990
$0.043990
MFS® Government Markets Income Trust
(NYSE: MGF)^
$0.0000
$0.018720
$0.018720
MFS® High Income Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXE)
$0.0180
$0.0000
$0.0180
MFS® High Yield Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CMU)
$0.01650
$0.0000
$0.01650
MFS® Intermediate High Income Fund
(NYSE: CIF)^
$0.0000
$0.014240
$0.014240
MFS® Intermediate Income Trust
(NYSE: MIN)^
$0.0000
$0.018780
$0.018780
MFS® Investment Grade Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXH)
$0.0340
$0.0000
$0.0340
MFS® Multimarket Income Trust
(NYSE: MMT)^
$0.0000
$0.032980
$0.032980
MFS® Municipal Income Trust
(NYSE: MFM)
$0.0240
$0.0000
$0.0240
^The fund has adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available on a monthly basis, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital in order to maintain its managed distribution level. You should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan. The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and composition of the distribution and other related information. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in the notice to shareholders are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, in order to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time. For estimated source information for distributions paid in prior periods, please see MFS.com and click on the following links: Products & Strategies, Closed-End Funds, Dividend Source Information.
*Distribution from "Other Sources" may contain sources of income other than ordinary income, such as short term capital gains, long term capital gains, or return of capital, which can not be determined until the close of the fund's fiscal year end. Distributions that are treated for federal income tax purposes as a return of capital will reduce a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares and, to the extent the distribution exceeds a shareholder's adjusted tax basis, will be treated as a gain to the shareholder from a sale of shares. Please see the fund's most recent dividend source information available from payable date at MFS.com for the breakdown of the distribution.
Investors who want to make changes to their accounts should contact their financial advisor, brokerage firm, or other nominee with whom the shares are registered. If shares are registered with the funds’ transfer agent, Computershare, the transfer agent may be contacted directly at 800-637-2304, or www.computershare.com.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of March 31, 2026, MFS manages US $622.2 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The funds are closed-end investment products. Common shares of the funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02199
15812.175
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1月前
MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain FundsApril 27, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) released today the distribution income sources for five of its closed-end funds for April 2026: MFS® Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS® Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS® Intermediate High-Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS® Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) and MFS® Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT). This information also can be obtained by visiting MFS.com by clicking on Products & Strategies > Closed End Funds > Dividend Source Information.
MFS Charter Income Trust
Distribution period: April 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.04396
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.04396
100%
$ 0.18337
82%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00000
0%
0.04025
18%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.04396
100%
$ 0.22362
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 3-31-2026
2.90%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 3-31-2026
8.08%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 3-31-2026
-0.42%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 3-31-2026
3.42%
MFS Government Markets Income Trust
Distribution period: April 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01883
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00734
39%
$ 0.04101
43%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01149
61%
0.05436
57%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01883
100%
$ 0.09537
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 3-31-2026
0.13%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 3-31-2026
7.29%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 3-31-2026
-0.32%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 3-31-2026
3.08%
MFS Intermediate High-Income Fund
Distribution period: April 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01416
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.01204
85%
$ 0.05360
74%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00212
15%
0.01883
26%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01416
100%
$ 0.07243
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 3-31-2026
3.37%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 3-31-2026
9.60%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 3-31-2026
-0.45%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 3-31-2026
4.09%
MFS Intermediate Income Trust
Distribution period: April 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01889
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00699
37%
$ 0.04381
38%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01190
63%
0.07147
62%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01889
100%
$ 0.11528
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 3-31-2026
1.74%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 3-31-2026
8.55%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 3-31-2026
0.73%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 3-31-2026
4.35%
MFS Multimarket Income Trust
Distribution period: April 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.03293
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.03293
100%
$ 0.14928
74%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00000
0%
0.05245
26%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.03293
100%
$ 0.20173
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 3-31-2026
3.68%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 3-31-2026
8.08%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 3-31-2026
-0.21%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 3-31-2026
4.13%
The above funds have adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available monthly, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital to maintain its managed distribution level. Investors should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan.
The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and estimated composition of the distribution and other related information.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported above are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of March 31, 2026, MFS manages US$622.2 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The Funds are closed-end Funds. Common shares of the Funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
15668.174
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2月前
MFS Taxable Closed-End Funds Announce Adjournment of Special Shareholder MeetingsApril 15, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today an adjournment of the special meeting of shareholders of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) (each a “Target Fund” and collectively, the “Target Funds”), and MFS Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT) (the “Surviving Fund”) held on April 15, 2026 (each a “Meeting” and collectively, the “Meetings”).
Each Meeting is adjourned to May 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The Meetings were adjourned to allow for the solicitation of additional shareholder votes relating to (i) a proposal that each Target Fund’s shareholders approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization between each Target Fund and the Surviving Fund (each a “Reorganization” and collectively, the “Reorganizations”) and (ii) a proposal that the Surviving Fund’s shareholders appoint of abrdn, Inc. (“Aberdeen”) as the new investment adviser of the Surviving Fund, elect five new trustees of the Surviving Fund, and approve the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund in connection with the Reorganizations. Each of these proposals is summarized below.
The Reorganizations
On December 10, 2025, the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of each Target Fund unanimously approved the Reorganizations. Shareholders of each Target Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a prospectus/proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information about each Reorganization and the factors considered by each Target Fund’s Board in approving the relevant Target Fund’s Reorganization. Each Target Fund’s Board determined that the Reorganization of that Target Fund into the Surviving Fund is in the best interests of the Target Fund’s shareholders and recommends shareholders vote in favor of their Target Fund’s Reorganization.
Appointment of Aberdeen as Investment Adviser, the Election of Five New Trustees, and Issuance of Additional Common Shares of the Surviving Fund
On December 10, 2025, the Board of the Surviving Fund unanimously approved (i) a new investment management agreement with Aberdeen, the US Subsidiary of Aberdeen Investments, to serve as the investment adviser to the Surviving Fund following the consummation of the Reorganizations, (ii) the nomination of five new trustees to serve as the Surviving Fund’s board of trustees following the consummation of the Reorganizations, and (iii) the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund to accommodate the Reorganizations. Shareholders of the Surviving Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information and soliciting a vote in favor of each proposal, all of which are recommended by the Surviving Fund’s Board.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking and can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "continue," or other similar words. Such forward-looking statements are based on the fund's current plans and expectations, are not guarantees of future results or performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release only; the funds undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully consider all such factors.
About the Funds
The funds are closed-end investment company products advised by MFS Investment Management. Closed-end funds, unlike open-end funds, are not continuously offered. There is a one-time public offering and once issued, common shares of the funds are bought and sold in the open market through a stock exchange. Shares may trade at a discount to the net asset value per share. Shares of the funds are not FDIC-insured and are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, any bank. Shares of the funds involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of March 31, 2026, MFS had approximately US$622.2 billion in assets under management.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
68082.1
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2月前
MFS Taxable Closed-End Funds Announce Adjournment of Special Shareholder MeetingsApril 2, 2026 4:20 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today an adjournment of the special meeting of shareholders of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) (each a “Target Fund” and collectively, the “Target Funds”), and MFS Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT) (the “Surviving Fund”) held on April 2, 2026 (each a “Meeting” and collectively, the “Meetings”).
Each Meeting is adjourned to April 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The Meetings were adjourned to allow for the solicitation of additional shareholder votes relating to (i) a proposal that each Target Fund’s shareholders approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization between each Target Fund and the Surviving Fund (each a “Reorganization” and collectively, the “Reorganizations”) and (ii) a proposal that the Surviving Fund’s shareholders appoint of abrdn, Inc. (“Aberdeen”) as the new investment adviser of the Surviving Fund, elect five new trustees of the Surviving Fund, and approve the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund in connection with the Reorganizations. Each of these proposals is summarized below.
The Reorganizations
On December 10, 2025, the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of each Target Fund unanimously approved the Reorganizations. Shareholders of each Target Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a prospectus/proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information about each Reorganization and the factors considered by each Target Fund’s Board in approving the relevant Target Fund’s Reorganization. Each Target Fund’s Board determined that the Reorganization of that Target Fund into the Surviving Fund is in the best interests of the Target Fund’s shareholders and recommends shareholders vote in favor of their Target Fund’s Reorganization.
Appointment of Aberdeen as Investment Adviser, the Election of Five New Trustees, and Issuance of Additional Common Shares of the Surviving Fund
On December 10, 2025, the Board of the Surviving Fund unanimously approved (i) a new investment management agreement with Aberdeen, the US Subsidiary of Aberdeen Investments, to serve as the investment adviser to the Surviving Fund following the consummation of the Reorganizations, (ii) the nomination of five new trustees to serve as the Surviving Fund’s board of trustees following the consummation of the Reorganizations, and (iii) the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund to accommodate the Reorganizations. Shareholders of the Surviving Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information and soliciting a vote in favor of each proposal, all of which are recommended by the Surviving Fund’s Board.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking and can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "continue," or other similar words. Such forward-looking statements are based on the fund's current plans and expectations, are not guarantees of future results or performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release only; the funds undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully consider all such factors.
About the Funds
The funds are closed-end investment company products advised by MFS Investment Management. Closed-end funds, unlike open-end funds, are not continuously offered. There is a one-time public offering and once issued, common shares of the funds are bought and sold in the open market through a stock exchange. Shares may trade at a discount to the net asset value per share. Shares of the funds are not FDIC-insured and are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, any bank. Shares of the funds involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of February 28, 2026, MFS had approximately US$669.8 billion in assets under management.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
67988.1
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US Market News
2月前
MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain FundsMarch 23, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) released today the distribution income sources for five of its closed-end funds for March 2026: MFS® Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS® Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS® Intermediate High-Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS® Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) and MFS® Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT). This information also can be obtained by visiting MFS.com by clicking on Products & Strategies > Closed End Funds > Dividend Source Information.
MFS Charter Income Trust
Distribution period: March 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.04495
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.04001
89%
$ 0.12397
69%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00494
11%
0.05569
31%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.04495
100%
$ 0.17966
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 2-28-2026
3.33%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 2-28-2026
8.01%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 2-28-2026
1.87%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 2-28-2026
2.67%
MFS Government Markets Income Trust
Distribution period: March 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01910
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00879
46%
$ 0.03368
44%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01031
54%
0.04286
56%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01910
100%
$ 0.07654
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 2-28-2026
0.33%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 2-28-2026
7.21%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 2-28-2026
1.60%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 2-28-2026
2.41%
MFS Intermediate High-Income Fund
Distribution period: March 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01454
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.01091
75%
$ 0.04079
70%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00363
25%
0.01748
30%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01454
100%
$ 0.05827
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 2-28-2026
3.95%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 2-28-2026
9.53%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 2-28-2026
2.02%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 2-28-2026
3.18%
MFS Intermediate Income Trust
Distribution period: March 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01917
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00748
39%
$ 0.03663
38%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01169
61%
0.05976
62%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01917
100%
$ 0.09639
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 2-28-2026
1.92%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 2-28-2026
8.49%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 2-28-2026
2.23%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 2-28-2026
3.56%
MFS Multimarket Income Trust
Distribution period: March 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.03375
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Current distribution
% Breakdown of current distribution
Total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of the total cumulative distributions for the fiscal year to date
Net Investment Income
$ 0.03375
100%
$ 0.09790
58%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00000
0%
0.07090
42%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.03375
100%
$ 0.16880
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 2-28-2026
4.11%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 2-28-2026
8.02%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 2-28-2026
2.30%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 2-28-2026
3.34%
The above funds have adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available monthly, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital to maintain its managed distribution level. Investors should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan.
The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and estimated composition of the distribution and other related information.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported above are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of February 28, 2026, MFS manages US$669.8 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The Funds are closed-end Funds. Common shares of the Funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
15668.174
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Media Only:
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Original: MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain Funds
US Market News
3月前
MFS Taxable Closed-End Funds Announce Adjournment of Special Shareholder MeetingsMarch 12, 2026 5:10 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today an adjournment of the special meeting of shareholders of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) (each a “Target Fund” and collectively, the “Target Funds”), and MFS Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT) (the “Surviving Fund”) held on March 11, 2026 (each a “Meeting” and collectively, the “Meetings”).
Each Meeting is adjourned to April 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The Meetings were adjourned to allow for the solicitation of additional shareholder votes relating to (i) a proposal that each Target Fund’s shareholders approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization between each Target Fund and the Surviving Fund (each a “Reorganization” and collectively, the “Reorganizations”) and (ii) a proposal that the Surviving Fund’s shareholders appoint of abrdn, Inc. (“Aberdeen”) as the new investment adviser of the Surviving Fund, elect five new trustees of the Surviving Fund, and approve the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund in connection with the Reorganizations. Each of these proposals is summarized below.
The Reorganizations
On December 10, 2025, the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of each Target Fund unanimously approved the Reorganizations. Shareholders of each Target Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a prospectus/proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information about each Reorganization and the factors considered by each Target Fund’s Board in approving the relevant Target Fund’s Reorganization. Each Target Fund’s Board determined that the Reorganization of that Target Fund into the Surviving Fund is in the best interests of the Target Fund’s shareholders and recommends shareholders vote in favor of their Target Fund’s Reorganization.
Appointment of Aberdeen as Investment Adviser, the Election of Five New Trustees, and Issuance of Additional Common Shares of the Surviving Fund
On December 10, 2025, the Board of the Surviving Fund unanimously approved (i) a new investment management agreement with Aberdeen, the US Subsidiary of Aberdeen Investments, to serve as the investment adviser to the Surviving Fund following the consummation of the Reorganizations, (ii) the nomination of five new trustees to serve as the Surviving Fund’s board of trustees following the consummation of the Reorganizations, and (iii) the issuance of additional common shares of the Surviving Fund to accommodate the Reorganizations. Shareholders of the Surviving Fund as of December 11, 2025, were mailed a proxy statement in early February 2026, providing additional information and soliciting a vote in favor of each proposal, all of which are recommended by the Surviving Fund’s Board.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking and can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "continue," or other similar words. Such forward-looking statements are based on the fund's current plans and expectations, are not guarantees of future results or performance, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release only; the funds undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully consider all such factors.
About the Funds
The funds are closed-end investment company products advised by MFS Investment Management. Closed-end funds, unlike open-end funds, are not continuously offered. There is a one-time public offering and once issued, common shares of the funds are bought and sold in the open market through a stock exchange. Shares may trade at a discount to the net asset value per share. Shares of the funds are not FDIC-insured and are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, any bank. Shares of the funds involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of February 28, 2026, MFS had approximately US$669.8 billion in assets under management.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
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Original: MFS Taxable Closed-End Funds Announce Adjournment of Special Shareholder Meetings
US Market News
3月前
MFS Announces Closed-End Fund DistributionsMarch 2, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of March 2, 2026, ex-dividend dates of March 17, 2026, record dates of March 17, 2026, and payable dates of March 31, 2026:
Fund (ticker)
Income/
Share
Other Sources/
Share*
Total Amount/
Share
MFS® Charter Income Trust
(NYSE: MCR)^
$0.0000
$0.044950
$0.044950
MFS® Government Markets Income Trust
(NYSE: MGF)^
$0.0000
$0.01910
$0.01910
MFS® High Income Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXE)
$0.0180
$0.0000
$0.0180
MFS® High Yield Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CMU)
$0.01650
$0.0000
$0.01650
MFS® Intermediate High Income Fund
(NYSE: CIF)^
$0.0000
$0.014540
$0.014540
MFS® Intermediate Income Trust
(NYSE: MIN)^
$0.0000
$0.019170
$0.019170
MFS® Investment Grade Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXH)
$0.0340
$0.0000
$0.0340
MFS® Multimarket Income Trust
(NYSE: MMT)^
$0.0000
$0.033750
$0.033750
MFS® Municipal Income Trust
(NYSE: MFM)
$0.0240
$0.0000
$0.0240
^The fund has adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available on a monthly basis, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital in order to maintain its managed distribution level. You should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan. The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and composition of the distribution and other related information. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in the notice to shareholders are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, in order to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time. For estimated source information for distributions paid in prior periods, please see MFS.com and click on the following links: Products & Strategies, Closed-End Funds, Dividend Source Information.
*Distribution from "Other Sources" may contain sources of income other than ordinary income, such as short term capital gains, long term capital gains, or return of capital, which can not be determined until the close of the fund's fiscal year end. Distributions that are treated for federal income tax purposes as a return of capital will reduce a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares and, to the extent the distribution exceeds a shareholder's adjusted tax basis, will be treated as a gain to the shareholder from a sale of shares. Please see the fund's most recent dividend source information available from payable date at MFS.com for the breakdown of the distribution.
Investors who want to make changes to their accounts should contact their financial advisor, brokerage firm, or other nominee with whom the shares are registered. If shares are registered with the funds’ transfer agent, Computershare, the transfer agent may be contacted directly at 800-637-2304, or www.computershare.com.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of January 31, 2026, MFS manages US $661.8 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The funds are closed-end investment products. Common shares of the funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02199
15812.175
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Media Only:
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Original: MFS Announces Closed-End Fund Distributions
US Market News
3月前
MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain FundsFebruary 24, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) released today the distribution income sources for five of its closed-end funds for February 2026: MFS® Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR), MFS® Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF), MFS® Intermediate High-Income Fund (NYSE: CIF), MFS® Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) and MFS® Multimarket Income Trust (NYSE: MMT). This information also can be obtained by visiting MFS.com by clicking on Products & Strategies > Closed End Funds > Dividend Source Information.
MFS Charter Income Trust
Distribution period: February 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.04495
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of
the total
cumulative
distributions for
the fiscal year to
date
Current
distribution
% Breakdown of
current distribution
Net Investment Income
$ 0.01438
32%
$ 0.08083
60%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.03057
68%
0.05388
40%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.04495
100%
$ 0.13471
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 1-31-2026
3.00%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 1-31-2026
8.03%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1-31-2026
0.99%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 1-31-2026
2.00%
MFS Government Markets Income Trust
Distribution period: February 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01906
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of
the total
cumulative
distributions for
the fiscal year to
date
Current
distribution
% Breakdown of
current distribution
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00572
30%
$ 0.02527
44%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01334
70%
0.03217
56%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01906
100%
$ 0.05744
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 1-31-2026
-0.36%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 1-31-2026
7.28%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1-31-2026
-0.32%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 1-31-2026
1.83%
MFS Intermediate High-Income Fund
Distribution period: February 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01462
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each December 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of
the total
cumulative
distributions for
the fiscal year to
date
Current
distribution
% Breakdown of
current distribution
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00541
37%
$ 0.02974
68%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.00921
63%
0.01399
32%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01462
100%
$ 0.04373
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 1-31-2026
3.88%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 1-31-2026
9.53%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1-31-2026
1.71%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 1-31-2026
2.38%
MFS Intermediate Income Trust
Distribution period: February 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.01917
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of
the total
cumulative
distributions for
the fiscal year to
date
Current
distribution
% Breakdown of
current distribution
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00728
38%
$ 0.02934
38%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.01189
62%
0.04788
62%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.01917
100%
$ 0.07722
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 1-31-2026
1.52%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 1-31-2026
8.52%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1-31-2026
1.10%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 1-31-2026
2.86%
MFS Multimarket Income Trust
Distribution period: February 2026
Distribution amount per share: $ 0.03375
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year to date from the following sources: net investment income, net realized short-term capital gains, net realized long-term capital gains and return of capital or other capital source. The fund’s fiscal year begins each November 1st. All amounts are expressed per common share.
Total cumulative
distributions for the
fiscal year to date
% Breakdown of
the total
cumulative
distributions for
the fiscal year to
date
Current
distribution
% Breakdown of
current distribution
Net Investment Income
$ 0.00439
13%
$ 0.05807
43%
Net Realized ST Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Net Realized LT Cap Gains
0.00000
0%
0.00000
0%
Return of Capital or Other Capital Source
0.02936
87%
0.07698
57%
Total (per common share)
$ 0.03375
100%
$ 0.13505
100%
Average annual total return (in relation to NAV) for the five years ended 1-31-2026
3.87%
Annualized current distribution rate expressed as a percentage of month end NAV as of 1-31-2026
8.02%
Cumulative total return (in relation to NAV) for the fiscal year through 1-31-2026
1.57%
Cumulative fiscal year distributions as a percentage of NAV as of 1-31-2026
2.67%
The above funds have adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available monthly, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital to maintain its managed distribution level. Investors should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan.
The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and estimated composition of the distribution and other related information.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported above are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of January 31, 2026, MFS manages US$661.8 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The Funds are closed-end Funds. Common shares of the Funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02199
15668.174
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Original: MFS Releases Closed-End Fund Income Distribution Sources for Certain Funds
US Market News
4月前
MFS Announces Closed-End Fund DistributionsFebruary 2, 2026 4:15 PM
Business Wire
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of February 2, 2026, ex-dividend dates of February 17, 2026, record dates of February 17, 2026, and payable dates of February 27, 2026:
Fund (ticker)
Income/Share
Other Sources/Share*
Total Amount/Share
MFS® Charter Income Trust
(NYSE: MCR)^
$0.0000
$0.044950
$0.044950
MFS® Government Markets Income Trust
(NYSE: MGF)^
$0.0000
$0.019060
$0.019060
MFS® High Income Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXE)
$0.0180
$0.0000
$0.0180
MFS® High Yield Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CMU)
$0.01650
$0.0000
$0.01650
MFS® Intermediate High Income Fund
(NYSE: CIF)^
$0.0000
$0.014620
$0.014620
MFS® Intermediate Income Trust
(NYSE: MIN)^
$0.0000
$0.019170
$0.019170
MFS® Investment Grade Municipal Trust
(NYSE: CXH)
$0.0340
$0.0000
$0.0340
MFS® Multimarket Income Trust
(NYSE: MMT)^
$0.0000
$0.033750
$0.033750
MFS® Municipal Income Trust
(NYSE: MFM)
$0.0240
$0.0000
$0.0240
^The fund has adopted a managed distribution plan. Under a managed distribution plan, to the extent that sufficient investment income is not available on a monthly basis, the fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital in order to maintain its managed distribution level. You should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of the fund’s distributions or from the terms of the fund’s managed distribution plan. The Board of the fund may amend the terms of the plan or terminate the plan at any time without prior notice to the fund's shareholders. The amendment or termination of a plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the fund’s common shares. The plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board. With each distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income, the fund will issue a notice to shareholders and an accompanying press release which will provide detailed information regarding the amount and composition of the distribution and other related information. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in the notice to shareholders are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the fund’s investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. The fund may at times distribute more than its net investment income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of the distribution may result in a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that shareholders invested in the fund is paid back to them. A return of capital does not necessarily reflect a fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’. Any such returns of capital will decrease the fund's total assets and, therefore, could have the effect of increasing the fund's expense ratio. In addition, in order to make the level of distributions called for under its plan, the fund may have to sell portfolio securities at a less than opportune time. For estimated source information for distributions paid in prior periods, please see MFS.com and click on the following links: Products & Strategies, Closed-End Funds, Dividend Source Information.
*Distribution from "Other Sources" may contain sources of income other than ordinary income, such as short term capital gains, long term capital gains, or return of capital, which can not be determined until the close of the fund's fiscal year end. Distributions that are treated for federal income tax purposes as a return of capital will reduce a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares and, to the extent the distribution exceeds a shareholder's adjusted tax basis, will be treated as a gain to the shareholder from a sale of shares. Please see the fund's most recent dividend source information available from payable date at MFS.com for the breakdown of the distribution.
Investors who want to make changes to their accounts should contact their financial advisor, brokerage firm, or other nominee with whom the shares are registered. If shares are registered with the funds’ transfer agent, Computershare, the transfer agent may be contacted directly at 800-637-2304, or www.computershare.com.
About MFS Investment Management
In 1924, MFS launched the first US open-end mutual fund, opening the door to the markets for millions of everyday investors. Today, as a full-service global investment manager serving financial advisors, intermediaries and institutional clients, MFS still serves a single purpose: to create long-term value for clients by allocating capital responsibly. That takes our powerful investment approach combining collective expertise, thoughtful risk management and long-term discipline. Supported by our culture of shared values and collaboration, our teams of diverse thinkers actively debate ideas and assess material risks to uncover what we believe are the best investment opportunities in the market. As of December 31, 2025, MFS manages US $651.4 billion in assets on behalf of individual and institutional investors worldwide. Please visit mfs.com for more information.
The funds are closed-end investment products. Common shares of the funds are only available for purchase/sale on the NYSE at the current market price. Shares may trade at a discount to NAV.
MFS Investment Management
111 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02199
15812.175
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MFS Shareholders or Advisors (investment product information):
Jeffrey Schwarz, 800-343-2829, ext. 55872
Media Only:
Dan Flaherty, 617-954-4256
Original: MFS Announces Closed-End Fund Distributions
GMONEY4
9年前
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of June 1, 2017, ex-dividend dates of June 13, 2017, record dates of June 15, 2017, and payable dates of June 30, 2017.
MFS® Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF) $0.022640
GMONEY4
9年前
Annual Dividend/Yield $0.2661/9.89% paid monthly.
May 1, 2017 (BusinessWire)
MFS Investment Management(R) (MFS(R)) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of May 1, 2017, ex-dividend dates of May 16, 2017, record dates of May 18, 2017, and payable dates of May 31, 2017.
MFS(R) Intermediate High Income Fund (NYSE: CIF) $0.022540