BlackRock PA Municipal Bond Inv A (MEPYX)
| Fund Assets | 314.15M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.80% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 35.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.34 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.44% |
| Dividend Growth | 7.63% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.43 |
| YTD Return | -3.08% |
| 1-Year Return | -2.47% |
| 5-Year Return | -3.05% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.24 |
| 52-Week High | 10.13 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 158 |
| Inception Date | Oct 2, 2006 |
About MEPYX
BlackRock Pennsylvania Municipal Bond Fund Investor A Shares is a mutual fund focused on generating federally and Pennsylvania state tax-exempt income through investments in municipal bonds. Its primary objective is to provide shareholders with a steady stream of income that is generally exempt from federal income tax and Pennsylvania personal income taxes by investing primarily in long-term, investment grade municipal securities issued by Pennsylvania state entities. The fund maintains a diverse portfolio across sectors such as transportation, healthcare, and education, reflecting the varied infrastructure and public service needs of the state. Notable for its stringent credit research and diversified holdings, the fund seeks to manage risk while pursuing attractive, risk-adjusted returns within the municipal bond market. With over $300 million in assets under management and a history dating back to 1990, the fund’s long-term orientation and focus on high-quality municipal issuers make it significant for investors seeking tax-advantaged income while supporting regional public projects.
Performance
MEPYX had a total return of -2.47% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.60%.
Top 10 Holdings
21.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| BlackRock Liquidity Funds - MuniCash | MCSXX | 5.12% |
| GEISINGER AUTH PA HEALTH SYS REV | PA.GEIMED 5 02.15.2045 | 2.21% |
| PHILADELPHIA PA AUTH FOR INDL DEV REVS | PA.PHIDEV 4 12.01.2048 | 2.20% |
| COMMONWEALTH FING AUTH PA TOB MASTER SETTLEMENT PMT REV | PA.CMNGEN 4 06.01.2039 | 1.97% |
| SOUTHEASTERN PA TRANSN AUTH REV | PA.SEPTRN 5.25 06.01.2052 | 1.84% |
| PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC DEV FING AUTH PRIVATE ACTIVITY REV | PA.PASDEV 5.25 06.30.2053 | 1.67% |
| POTTSVILLE PA HOSP AUTH HOSP REV | PA.POTMED 5 07.01.2041 | 1.66% |
| STATE PUB SCH BLDG AUTH PA LEASE REV | PA.STTEDU 5 06.01.2033 | 1.60% |
| PHILADELPHIA PA GAS WKS REV | PA.PHIUTL 5.25 08.01.2054 | 1.58% |
| PENNSYLVANIA ST TPK COMMN OIL FRANCHISE TAX REV | PA.PASTRN 4 12.01.2051 | 1.54% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.02879 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02901 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.02921 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.02936 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.02883 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.0282 | Feb 28, 2025 |