Metrics Master Income Trust reveals March 2026 unfranked distribution

Metrics Master Income Trust declares a 1.17 cent per unit monthly distribution, payable on 9 March 2026, with DRP available.

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Published February 23, 3:25 pm AEDT

The Metrics Master Income Trust (ASX: MXT) share price is in focus as it announces a monthly unfranked distribution of 1.17 cents per unit, payable on 9 March 2026.

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What did Metrics Master Income Trust report?

Declared a monthly distribution of $0.0117 per ordinary unit
Unfranked distribution for the period ending 28 February 2026
Ex-date set for 27 February 2026, with a record date of 2 March 2026
Distribution payment date confirmed as 9 March 2026
Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) is available with no discount

What else do investors need to know?

The Trust's latest distribution maintains its regular monthly payment schedule, providing consistent income to unitholders. Investors can elect to reinvest their distribution through the DRP, but need to submit their election by 5:00pm on 3 March 2026 if they wish to participate.

The entire distribution is unfranked, indicating no franking credits will be attached. The DRP price will be calculated in line with the Trust's constitution and no discount will apply for this period.

What's next for Metrics Master Income Trust?

The Trust will continue its established approach of monthly distributions, aiming to provide investors with steady income. Investors considering DRP participation need to act before the stated deadline to be eligible for the March payment.

Ongoing updates to the distribution rate or Trust strategy will be communicated directly to unitholders and the market as required.

Metrics Master Income Trust share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Metrics Master Income Trust shares have declined 5%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 9% over the same period.

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