THE MEXICO FUND, INC. DECLARES DISTRIBUTION

Rhea-AI Summary

The Mexico Fund (NYSE: MXF) declared a cash distribution of $0.35 per share to holders of record on April 22, 2026, payable in cash on April 30, 2026. The Board approved continuation of the Fund's Managed Distribution Policy (MDP) for 2026.

Estimated sources: 41.65% net investment income, 53.29% combined realized gains, and 5.06% return of capital; fiscal year-to-date distributions total $0.70 per share.

Positive

• $0.35 per share cash distribution declared for April 2026
• Board approved continuation of the MDP for 2026
• Fiscal year-to-date distributions of $0.70 per share

Negative

• An estimated 5.06% of the distribution is return of capital
• Distribution source character may change after fiscal-year end

Key Figures

Declared distribution: $0.35 per share Net investment income component: $0.1458 (41.65%) Long-term capital gains component: $0.1755 (50.15%) +5 more

8 metrics

Declared distribution $0.35 per share Payable April 30, 2026 to holders of record April 22, 2026

Net investment income component $0.1458 (41.65%) Estimated source of April 2026 distribution

Long-term capital gains component $0.1755 (50.15%) Estimated source of April 2026 distribution

Return of capital component $0.0177 (5.06%) Estimated source of April 2026 distribution

YTD total distribution $0.70 per share Fiscal year-to-date distribution through April 2026

Cumulative MDP distributions $28.33 per share Total cash distributions since MDP began in September 2008

5-year avg annual total return 18.33% Average annual total return for 5-year period ended Feb 28, 2026

Current annualized distribution rate 4.09% Current fiscal year, based on NAV as of Feb 28, 2026

Market Reality Check

Price: $20.35 Vol: Volume 51,632 is 0.51x th...

low vol

$20.35 Last Close

Volume Volume 51,632 is 0.51x the 20-day average of 102,190, indicating muted trading ahead of this distribution announcement. low

Technical Price at $20.35 is trading above the 200-day MA of $19.23, keeping the fund in a longer-term uptrend despite the recent -2.21% pullback.

Peers on Argus

MXF fell 2.21% with generally light volume while peers showed mixed moves: AEF -...

MXF fell 2.21% with generally light volume while peers showed mixed moves: AEF -2.96%, IIF -1.22%, ERC -0.33%, but CAF +0.85% and SABA +0.29%. The lack of consistent direction suggests this distribution news is being traded more on MXF-specific factors than a broad asset-management sector rotation.

Historical Context

4 past events · Latest: Jan 29 (Positive)

Pattern 4 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 29	Distribution payment	Positive	+1.3%	Cash distribution of $0.35 per share under the managed distribution plan.
Dec 29	Annual report, MDP hike	Positive	-0.8%	Strong FY2025 returns and 40% increase in quarterly MDP distribution to $0.35.
Dec 11	MDP increase, declaration	Positive	+2.4%	Raised quarterly distribution from $0.25 to $0.35 and declared January payout.
Oct 30	Distribution payment	Neutral	-0.4%	Quarterly $0.25 per share distribution with detailed source breakdown.

Pattern Detected

Recent distribution and MDP-related announcements have typically produced modest, mixed price reactions, with some increases and occasional small declines, suggesting investors treat these as incremental rather than transformational events.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, MXF’s news flow has centered on distributions and its managed distribution plan (MDP). In October 2025 it paid a $0.25 distribution under the MDP. In December 2025, the Board raised the quarterly payout from $0.25 to $0.35 and later paid that amount in January 2026. The 2025 Annual Report highlighted strong market price and NAV total returns and a higher MDP rate. Today’s declaration of another $0.35 distribution and continuation of the MDP fits this ongoing income-focused trajectory.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details a quarterly cash distribution of $0.35 per share, record date April 22 and...

Analysis

This announcement details a quarterly cash distribution of $0.35 per share, record date April 22 and payment on April 30, 2026, and confirms continuation of the managed distribution plan. The fund estimates sources across net investment income, capital gains and a small return of capital, and highlights a 18.33% five-year average annual total return and a 4.09% current annualized distribution rate. Investors may track future disclosures on distribution composition and ongoing NAV performance.

Key Terms

managed distribution plan, net investment income, capital gains, return of capital, +4 more

8 terms

managed distribution plan financial

"The Board has approved the continuation of the Fund's MDP during 2026."

A managed distribution plan is a company’s program to pay regular, predictable cash amounts to shareholders by setting a fixed schedule and target payout, often funded from operating cash, reserves, or return of capital. Think of it like a household budget that guarantees a monthly allowance: it provides steady income for investors but can mask when distributions exceed sustainable earnings, which may reduce the company’s capital over time and affect long‑term value.

net investment income financial

"Distributions may consist of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital"

Net investment income is the money an investor or fund actually keeps from its investments after subtracting the costs of running those investments (like management fees, interest, and losses). Think of it as your paycheck from owning assets: gross returns minus the bills needed to earn them. Investors watch it because it shows how profitable the investment activities are, influences dividend payouts and cash available for growth, and helps compare true performance across funds or companies.

capital gains financial

"Distributions may consist of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital"

Capital gains are the profit you make when you sell an investment—like a stock, bond, or property—for more than you paid for it. Investors care because these gains directly boost returns and can trigger taxes, so the timing and choice to sell affect how much money you keep; think of it like selling a house for a higher price and deciding when to close the sale to maximize proceeds after taxes.

return of capital financial

"Distributions may consist of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital"

Return of capital is when an investor receives money from their investment that is not considered profit or earnings but rather a portion of the original amount they invested. It’s similar to getting back part of your initial savings rather than gains from it. This matters because it can affect how much money an investor still has in the investment and may have tax implications.

investment company act of 1940 regulatory

"However, under the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Fund is required to indicate"

A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.

nav financial

"Annual NAV Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV over a year"

Net asset value (NAV) is the total value of all the investments and assets in a fund or company, minus any debts or liabilities, divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. It represents the per-share worth, giving investors an idea of what each share is truly worth based on the underlying assets. Think of it like a company's total worth divided among its shares, helping investors assess whether a share is fairly priced.

total return financial

"Average Annual Total Return represents the simple arithmetic average of the Annual NAV Total Returns"

Total return measures how much an investment grows over a period by combining changes in its market price with any income it pays (like dividends or interest), usually shown as a percentage. It matters to investors because it gives a complete picture of performance—similar to looking at your paycheck plus any year-end bonus rather than just the hourly wage—so you can compare investments more fairly and judge real wealth change.

form 1099-div regulatory

"The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year"

Form 1099-DIV is a U.S. tax document brokers, mutual funds and other financial institutions send to investors showing dividends and other distributions paid during the year. Investors use it like an annual receipt to report taxable income — including regular dividends, dividends that may qualify for lower tax rates, and capital gains distributions — so it directly affects tax liability and helps reconcile brokerage records with a tax return.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

COLUMBIA, Md., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mexico Fund, Inc. (NYSE: MXF), announced that the Board of Directors (Board) declared a distribution of $0.35 per share to stockholders of record on April 22, 2026, which is payable in cash on April 30, 2026.

The Board has approved the continuation of the Fund's MDP during 2026. The Board may amend or terminate the MDP at any time without prior notice to stockholders. Since the implementation of the MDP in September 2008, the Fund has paid a total of $28.33 per share in cash distributions to stockholders.

The amount of distributable income for each fiscal period depends on the aggregate gains and losses realized by the Fund during the entire year. Distributions may consist of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital, but the character of these distributions cannot be determined until after the end of the Fund's fiscal year. However, under the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Fund is required to indicate the source of each distribution to stockholders. The following table sets forth (A) an estimate of the source of the April 2026 distribution and (B) an estimate of the source of distributions for the current fiscal year:

Distribution Estimates	April 2026		Fiscal Year-to-date ( YTD)1
Source	Per Share Amount	Percent of Current Distribution	Per Share Amount	Percent of Fiscal Year Distributions
Net Investment Income	$0.1458	41.65 %	$0.2915	41.65 %
Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gains	$0.0110	3.14 %	$0.0220	3.14 %
Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gains	$0.1755	50.15 %	$0.3511	50.15 %
Return of Capital	$0.0177	5.06 %	$0.0354	5.06 %
Total Distribution	$0.3500	100.00 %	$0.7000	100.00 %

Information regarding the Fund's performance and distribution rates is set forth below:

Average Annual Total Return for the 5-year period ended on February 28, 20262	18.33 %
Current Annualized Distribution Rate (current fiscal year)3	4.09 %
Current Fiscal Year Cumulative Total Return4	19.85 %
Cumulative Distribution Rate (current fiscal year)5	1.35 %

¹ The Fund's current fiscal year began on November 1, 2025.

² Average Annual Total Return represents the simple arithmetic average of the Annual NAV Total Returns of the Fund for the last five years. Annual NAV Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV over a year including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of those distributions.

³ The Current Annualized Distribution Rate is the Cumulative Distribution Rate as of February 28, 2026, annualized as a percentage of the Fund's NAV at the same date.

⁴ Current Fiscal Year Cumulative Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV from November 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of those distributions.

⁵ Cumulative Distribution Rate for the Fund's current fiscal period (November 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026) measured on the dollar value of distributions in the period as a percentage of the Fund's NAV as of February 28, 2026.

You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's MDP.

The amounts and sources of distributions reported above are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report the distribution for federal income tax purposes.

CONTACT:

Tofi Dayan          The Mexico Fund, Inc.
+5255-9138-3350
Email: investor-relations@themexicofund.com

Patricia Baronowski        Pristine Advisers, LLC
+1-631-756-2486
Email: pbaronowski@pristineadvisers.com

About The Mexico Fund, Inc.

The Mexico Fund, Inc. is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company with the investment objective of long-term capital appreciation through investments in securities, primarily equity, listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange. The Fund provides a vehicle to investors who wish to invest in Mexican companies through a managed non-diversified portfolio as part of their overall investment program.

This release may contain certain forward-looking statements regarding future circumstances. These forward-looking statements are based upon the Fund's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in such forward-looking statements including, in particular, the risks and uncertainties described in the Fund's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results, events, and performance may differ. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Fund undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to these forward looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. The inclusion of any statement in this release does not constitute an admission by The Mexico Fund or any other person that the events or circumstances described in such statement are material.

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SOURCE The Mexico Fund, Inc.

FAQ

What distribution did The Mexico Fund (MXF) declare on March 13, 2026?

The Fund declared a $0.35 per share cash distribution payable April 30, 2026. According to the company, record date is April 22, 2026 and payment will be made in cash to shareholders of record.

How much of MXF's April 2026 distribution is return of capital?

An estimated 5.06% of the April 2026 distribution is return of capital. According to the company, that equals about $0.0177 per share, with the remainder from income and realized gains.

Will The Mexico Fund (MXF) continue its Managed Distribution Policy in 2026?

Yes, the Board approved continuation of the Fund's MDP for 2026. According to the company, the Board may still amend or terminate the MDP at any time without prior notice.

What are the estimated sources of MXF's fiscal year-to-date distributions through Feb 28, 2026?

Estimated fiscal year-to-date sources: 41.65% net investment income, 3.14% short-term gains, 50.15% long-term gains, 5.06% return of capital. According to the company, total YTD distributions equal $0.70 per share.

How do MXF's distribution and performance metrics read for the recent period?

The Fund reports a 5-year average annual total return of 18.33% and a current annualized distribution rate of 4.09%. According to the company, current fiscal year cumulative total return is 19.85%.