Bulldog Investors Reduces Stake in MFS High Yield Municipal Trust

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Bulldog Investors, a major shareholder, reported selling over $1.29 million in MFS High Yield Municipal Trust shares, reducing its beneficial ownership.

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• Significant Share Sales

  Bulldog Investors, LLP, Phillip Goldstein, and Andrew Dakos reported selling a total of 353,286 shares of common stock between April 24 and April 29, 2026, for an aggregate value of approximately $1.29 million.

• Reduced Beneficial Ownership

  Following these transactions, Phillip Goldstein's beneficial ownership stands at 11.15%, Bulldog Investors, LLP at 9.65%, and Andrew Dakos at 9.20% of the company's outstanding shares.

• Amendment to Prior Filing

  This filing is Amendment #12 to the Schedule 13D, updating the market on recent sales activity by the activist investor group.

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Bulldog Investors, a significant 10%+ owner, has continued to reduce its holdings in MFS High Yield Municipal Trust. This amendment details sales of over $1.29 million worth of shares since the last filing on April 27, 2026. While 10% owners often adjust positions for portfolio rebalancing, this consistent selling activity by a major investor could signal a shift in their investment thesis or a move to reallocate capital. Investors should monitor future filings for further changes in their stake.