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48.4% voted for VFL reorg; meeting adjourned to June 9 (VFL)

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (VFL) adjourned its Special Meeting to June 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time to continue soliciting proxies for a proposed reorganization with MFS Municipal Income Trust (MFM). Preliminary results as of May 27, 2026 show 48.4% of outstanding shares voted FOR, short of the 50% majority required by the Fund's governing documents. The Board unanimously recommends the proposal and encourages additional votes; proxy materials and the joint proxy statement/prospectus are available at the SEC link provided in the announcement.

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Insights

Adjournment reflects a narrow quorum shortfall; board is pushing to secure the final votes.

The Fund adjourned the Special Meeting to June 9, 2026 after reporting 48.4% of outstanding shares voted in favor; the charter requires a 50% favorable vote. The Board has issued a unanimous recommendation and the solicitation will continue.

Outcome depends on additional shareholder outreach and proxy returns before the adjourned date; subsequent disclosures will report final vote totals and whether the reorganization is approved.

The reorganization would materially increase the combined fund size if approved; current vote is narrowly below the required threshold.

The joint proxy highlights scale benefits; Aberdeen reports $506B AUM and $25.6B in closed‑end fund assets as of March 31, 2026. The announcement frames size and stewardship as rationale for approval.

Practical impact hinges on final vote and any implementation terms in the Agreement and Plan of Reorganization; shareholders should consult the joint proxy for specific mechanics.

Adjourned meeting date June 9, 2026 New adjournment date for Special Meeting at 5:00 pm Eastern Time
Time of adjourned meeting 5:00 pm Eastern Time Scheduled time for the adjourned Special Meeting
Preliminary votes FOR 48.4% of outstanding shares Reported in favor of the reorganization as of May 27, 2026
Required approval threshold 50% of outstanding shares Majority required by the Fund's governing documents for the Reorganization to proceed
Aberdeen AUM $506 billion Firm assets under management as of March 31, 2026
Closed‑end funds assets $25.6 billion Assets managed in 26 closed‑end funds as of March 31, 2026
joint proxy statement/prospectus regulatory
"the joint proxy statement/prospectus, can be obtained for free"
A joint proxy statement/prospectus is a single, combined document that both asks shareholders to vote on a proposed transaction and provides the detailed information required when new securities are being offered. Think of it as a combined ballot and product brochure that explains the deal, the companies’ finances, key risks and how ownership will change. Investors rely on it to understand the terms, evaluate risks and make informed voting and investment decisions.
adjourned Special Meeting regulatory
"the Special Meeting of Shareholders was held and adjourned today"
closed‑end fund premium/discount financial
"may be greater than (a "premium") or less than (a "discount") the fund’s net asset value"
dividend reinvestment plan financial
"participate in the fund’s dividend reinvestment plan should be aware"
A dividend reinvestment plan lets shareholders automatically use cash dividends to buy more shares of the same company instead of receiving the money. It matters to investors because it turns regular payouts into a steady way to grow ownership and take advantage of compound returns—like having your savings automatically buy additional slices of a pie over time—while often reducing transaction costs and smoothing purchase timing.

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FAQ

What happened with the VFL special meeting (VFL)?
The meeting was adjourned to June 9, 2026, to collect more proxies. The Fund reported 48.4% of outstanding shares voting in favor as of May 27, 2026, below the required 50% threshold.

Why does VFL need more votes to approve the reorganization?
The Fund's governing documents require a majority of outstanding shares to vote in favor. The proxy shows a 50% approval requirement and 48.4% voted for the proposal so far.

When and where will the adjourned VFL meeting occur?
The adjourned Special Meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time. Shareholders should refer to the joint proxy statement/prospectus for attendance and voting instructions.

Where can I find the joint proxy materials for VFL and MFM?
Proxy materials are available free at the SEC website and at the issuer link provided. The joint proxy statement/prospectus is posted at https://vote.proxyonline.com/aberdeen/docs/VFL.pdf.

What scale does Aberdeen report for its fund management?
Aberdeen reports approximately $506 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, including $25.6 billion across 26 closed‑end funds as of that date.

 

Filed by MFS Municipal Income Trust
pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933
and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Subject Companies:

abrdn National Municipal Income Fund 
File No.: 811-07410

Date: May 28, 2026

 

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abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (VFL) Announces Adjournment of Special

Shareholder Meeting Relating to Proposed Reorganization

 

(Philadelphia, May 27, 2026) – abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (NYSE: VFL) announces that the Special Meeting of Shareholders was held and adjourned today, to allow for the solicitation of additional proxies to achieve the requisite quorum. The Fund has set a new adjournment date for its Special Meeting of Shareholders of Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 5:00 pm Eastern Time.

 

Shareholders of the Fund are being asked to vote on the proposal to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization between the abrdn National Municipal Income Fund (NYSE: VFL) and MFS Municipal Income Trust (NYSE: MFM).

 

As of May 27, 2026 preliminary results indicate that a large majority of voting shareholders have voted FOR the proposal, representing 48.4% of outstanding shares. However, the Fund's governing documents require a 50% majority of outstanding shares to be voted in favor of the proposal for the Reorganization to proceed.

 

The potential benefits of the proposed Agreement and Plan of Reorganization between VFL and MFM are detailed in the proxy and include an increased fund size leading to:

·A broader investment mandate
·Improved portfolio diversification
·Investment flexibility to navigate changing market environments
·Lower expense ratio
·Enhanced economies of scale
·Enhanced trading and investment efficiencies
·Enhanced operating and administrative efficiencies
·Enhanced income generation and increased distribution
·Greater market visibility, and potential for analyst and media coverage
·Higher daily trading volume

 

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES UNANIMOUSLY RECOMMENDS THAT YOU CAST YOUR VOTE “FOR” THE PROPOSAL AS DESCRIBED IN THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND ENCOURAGES ALL SHAREHOLDERS TO CAST THEIR VOTE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE SO THE REORGANIZATION CAN PROCEED.

 

Shareholders are encouraged to read the proxy materials, as supplemented to date, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) because they contain important information. Copies of the proxy materials, including the notice of the Special Meeting and joint proxy statement/prospectus, can be obtained for free at the SEC’s website https://www.sec.gov/ and at: https://vote.proxyonline.com/aberdeen/docs/VFL.pdf.

 

 

 

Important Information

 

 

Shares of closed-end funds are listed for trading on national securities exchanges and are bought and sold in the secondary market. The market price of a fund’s shares is determined by supply and demand and may be greater than (a "premium") or less than (a "discount") the fund’s net asset value (NAV). A fund’s investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and investors may receive more or less than their original investment upon the sale of shares. There is no assurance that a fund will achieve its investment objective. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

 

The trading price of a closed-end fund’s shares may be influenced by various factors, including market conditions, investor sentiment, and other external forces, and is not directly controlled by the fund, its Board of Directors, or its investment adviser. As a result, shares may trade at a premium to or discount from NAV at any given time. A premium to NAV may not be sustained, and a discount to NAV may increase or decrease over time. Investors should consider these risks when purchasing or selling closed-end fund shares.

 

Shareholders whose fund shares trade at a premium to NAV and who participate in the fund’s dividend reinvestment plan should be aware that distributions may be reinvested at prices above NAV, which may adversely affect investment results.

 

About Aberdeen Investments

 

Aberdeen Investments Global is the trade name of Aberdeen's investments business, herein referred to as “Aberdeen Investments” or “Aberdeen”. In the United States, Aberdeen Investments refers to the following affiliated, registered investment advisers: abrdn Inc., abrdn Investments Limited, and abrdn Asia Limited.

 

Aberdeen Investments is among the world’s largest asset managers, with decades of experience overseeing closed-end funds dating back to the 1980s. As of March 31, 2026, the firm had approximately $506 billion in assets under management. Closed-end funds represent a core component of Aberdeen Investments’ client franchise in both the U.S. and global markets. Aberdeen and its affiliates currently manage 26 closed-end funds – 14 available in the U.S. and 12 outside the U.S. – totaling $25.6 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026.

 

For More Information Contact:

Aberdeen Investments U.S. Closed-End Funds

Investor Relations

1-800-522-5465

investor.relations@aberdeenplc.com

abrdn National Municipal Income Fund | Aberdeen

 

 

 

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