MSFO declares $0.097 weekly distribution, 32% below last week

MSFO (YieldMax MSFT Option Income Strategy ETF) has declared a weekly distribution of $0.0970 per share, payable to shareholders of record as of the ex-dividend date of 2026-09-03. This amount is 32.17% lower than the previous week's distribution of $0.1430 per share, reflecting the fund's variable distribution policy.

The numbers

The new distribution continues a pattern of fluctuating weekly payments. Recent distributions include $0.077 (2026-07-30), $0.192 (2026-08-06), $0.224 (2026-08-13), $0.141 (2026-08-20), and $0.143 (2026-08-27). At the current price of $12.44, the trailing twelve-month yield stands at 39.24%, with a TTM dividend per share of $4.8820. The fund has no long-term dividend growth record, with zero consecutive years of increases, as distributions are variable and not tied to a fixed schedule.

What it means for income investors

For income investors, this week's distribution translates to $9.70 per 100 shares held, annualizing to approximately $50.44 per share if the current rate were maintained for a year (though actual payments will vary). The ex-dividend date of 2026-09-03 is important for those seeking to capture this payment. Investors should review the fund's payment history to understand the variability and not rely on any single week's distribution as an indicator of future income.

Reporting based on: DividendSmart market data. Figures verified against market data where available.