MGF is MFS Government Markets Income Trust (Financial Services). Trading at $2.85. Current dividend yield: 8.03%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.23 |
| Current yield | 8.03% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 24, 2026(in 18 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 24, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0200 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | -7.83% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | -6.12% |
| Payout ratio | 208% |
| Market cap | $93M |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | $0.0200 |
| 2026-07-23 | $0.0200 |
| 2026-06-16 | $0.0185 |
| 2026-05-19 | $0.0187 |
| 2026-04-14 | $0.0188 |
| 2026-03-17 | $0.0191 |
| 2026-02-17 | $0.0191 |
| 2026-01-20 | $0.0191 |
About MGF
Aberdeen Government Markets Income Fund is a United States-based diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to seek high current income, but it may also consider capital appreciation.
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Frequently asked
What is MGF's dividend yield?
MGF (MFS Government Markets Income Trust) currently has a dividend yield of 8.03%, which works out to about $0.23 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is MGF's next ex-dividend date?
MGF's next ex-dividend date is Sep 24, 2026 (in 18 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did MGF last pay a dividend?
MGF's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 24, 2026.
How often does MGF pay dividends?
MGF pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is MGF growing its dividend?
MGF has been shrinking its dividend at a -6.12% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-06. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.