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MFS Government Markets Income Trust (MGF) Stock

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United States

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20 May 1987

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MGF (MFS Government Markets Income Trust) is a closed-end investment fund that focuses on generating income by investing primarily in government and government-related securities. The trust aims to provide investors with a steady income stream while managing risk through diversified holdings in fixed-income markets.

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Recent ex-dividend date:

Nov 12, 2024
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FAQ

  • What is the primary business of MFS Government Markets Income Trust?
  • What is the ticker symbol for MFS Government Markets Income Trust?
  • Does MFS Government Markets Income Trust pay dividends?
  • What sector is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in?
  • What industry is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in?
  • What country is MFS Government Markets Income Trust based in?
  • When did MFS Government Markets Income Trust go public?
  • Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the S&P 500?
  • Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the NASDAQ 100?
  • Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the Dow Jones?
  • When does MFS Government Markets Income Trust report earnings?

What is the primary business of MFS Government Markets Income Trust?

MGF (MFS Government Markets Income Trust) is a closed-end investment fund that focuses on generating income by investing primarily in government and government-related securities. The trust aims to provide investors with a steady income stream while managing risk through diversified holdings in fixed-income markets.

What is the ticker symbol for MFS Government Markets Income Trust?

The ticker symbol for MFS Government Markets Income Trust is NYSE:MGF

Does MFS Government Markets Income Trust pay dividends?

Yes, MFS Government Markets Income Trust pays dividends. The last payment was $0.02, with an ex-dividend date on 12 November 2024

What sector is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in?

MFS Government Markets Income Trust is in the Financial Services sector

What industry is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in?

MFS Government Markets Income Trust is in the Asset Management industry

What country is MFS Government Markets Income Trust based in?

MFS Government Markets Income Trust is headquartered in United States

When did MFS Government Markets Income Trust go public?

MFS Government Markets Income Trust's initial public offering (IPO) was on 20 May 1987

Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the S&P 500?

No, MFS Government Markets Income Trust is not included in the S&P 500 index

Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the NASDAQ 100?

No, MFS Government Markets Income Trust is not included in the NASDAQ 100 index

Is MFS Government Markets Income Trust in the Dow Jones?

No, MFS Government Markets Income Trust is not included in the Dow Jones index

When does MFS Government Markets Income Trust report earnings?

The date for MFS Government Markets Income Trust's next earnings report has not been announced yet