The Metrics Master Income Trust (ASX: MXT) share price is in focus today after the fund announced an estimated monthly distribution of 1.36 cents per unit for January 2026.
What did Metrics Master Income Trust report?
- Distribution per unit: AUD 0.0136 (1.36 cents) for January 2026
- Ex-date: 30 January 2026
- Record date: 2 February 2026
- Payment date: 9 February 2026
- Distribution is 100% unfranked
- Distribution reinvestment plan (DRP) available with no discount
What else do investors need to know?
The January 2026 distribution is in line with Metrics Master Income Trust’s regular monthly payments. This consistency may appeal to income-seeking investors in search of steady distributions. The announced distribution remains unfranked, so investors do not receive any franking credits on payments.
The trust’s Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) remains available for unitholders who prefer to reinvest their distributions rather than take cash. Participation is optional and comes with no discount. The last date to elect for the DRP for this period is 6 February 2026.
What’s next for Metrics Master Income Trust?
Metrics Master Income Trust will confirm the final distribution amount on 5 February 2026, but the current estimate gives investors a clear idea of expected income. The trust continues to target predictable monthly distributions, aiming to deliver stable returns throughout changing market conditions.
Investors can expect further monthly updates. With the DRP open, some may choose to compound their investment, depending on personal financial goals.
Metrics Master Income Trust share price snapshot
Over the past 12 months, Metrics Master Income Trust shares have declined 2%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 7% over the same period.
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