BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. is projected to rise to $6.94 by 2027, a +13% move from its current price of $6.15. LEO is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 8/2/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3 | $6.12 | $6.15 | $6.18 | +0.05% |
| Aug 4 | $6.11 | $6.16 | $6.20 | +0.09% |
| Aug 5 | $6.11 | $6.16 | $6.21 | +0.14% |
| Aug 6 | $6.10 | $6.16 | $6.22 | +0.18% |
| Aug 7 | $6.10 | $6.16 | $6.23 | +0.23% |
| Aug 8 | $6.09 | $6.17 | $6.24 | +0.28% |
| Aug 9 | $6.09 | $6.17 | $6.25 | +0.32% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $6.09 | $6.17 | $6.25 | +0.32% |
| Week 2 | $6.08 | $6.19 | $6.30 | +0.65% |
| Week 3 | $6.07 | $6.21 | $6.35 | +0.97% |
| Week 4 | $6.07 | $6.23 | $6.39 | +1.29% |
| Week 5 | $6.07 | $6.25 | $6.43 | +1.62% |
| Week 6 | $6.07 | $6.27 | $6.47 | +1.95% |
| Week 7 | $6.08 | $6.29 | $6.51 | +2.28% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, Inc. It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States, with a focus on investment grade municipal bonds, the income from which is exempt from federal income tax.
The fund employs fundamental analysis to create its portfolio.
The fund was formerly known as Dreyfus Strategic Municipals, Inc. BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. was formed on September 23, 1987 and is domiciled in the United States.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. (LEO) trades at $6.22 per share and has a market cap of $387.45M, holding a rank of 3187. These figures describe its current market position and size.
The fund is a fixed income mutual fund focused on the United States municipal bond market, with income typically exempt from federal income tax. Its current price action is complemented by a multi-year forecast that envisions upside potential ahead.
The forecast shows a bullish price outlook over the longer horizon, with average prices rising across years and a path toward meaningful gains by 2050. The projected max in 2050 is $69.50 with an average around $42.51, yielding a substantial cumulative upside reflected in a 583.5 ROI by 2050.
A major floor 3.9% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (0.0% away) — a key level to hold.
The nearest ceiling, 5.9% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 7.8% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key LEO support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of LEO market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $6.19 | Sell | $6.19 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $6.24 | Sell | $6.24 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $6.32 | Sell | $6.29 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $6.37 | Sell | $6.34 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $6.34 | Sell | $6.35 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $6.35 | Sell | $6.31 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 28.25 | Buy |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| CCI (20) | -133.81 | Sell |
| Williams %R (14) | -100.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.02 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -4.06 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.05 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 0.00 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | -0.09 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.17 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 16.47 | Buy |
| Momentum (10) | -0.23 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -84.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 6.16 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 21.05 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.03 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is neutral. RSI14 stands at 30, with the 50-day simple moving average at $6.38 and the 200-day simple moving average at $6.35. Immediate support sits at $6.22 and resistance at $6.51, framing a narrow range for near-term movement.
The 30-day range is $6.00 to $6.44, indicating limited volatility over the period. Annualized volatility is 10%. These indicators collectively point to a cautious stance in the near term, with potential for a move within the established band.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6.07 | $6.15 | $7.86 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $5.69 | $6.94 | $8.84 | +13% | Neutral | |
| $6.35 | $7.89 | $10.33 | +28% | Bullish | |
| $6.56 | $8.28 | $11.07 | +35% | Bullish | |
| $6.64 | $8.50 | $11.58 | +38% | Bullish | |
| $8.06 | $10.43 | $14.43 | +70% | Bullish | |
| $9.27 | $12.14 | $17.04 | +97% | Bullish | |
| $9.99 | $13.23 | $18.80 | +115% | Bullish | |
| $10.75 | $14.37 | $20.67 | +134% | Bullish | |
| $10.49 | $14.15 | $20.58 | +130% | Bullish | |
| $16.68 | $23.48 | $35.80 | +282% | Bullish | |
| $27.58 | $41.64 | $68.06 | +577% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $6.07 | $6.15 | $7.38 | +0.00% |
| September 2026 | $5.31 | $6.23 | $7.47 | +1.31% |
| October 2026 | $5.45 | $6.41 | $7.75 | +2.93% |
| November 2026 | $5.51 | $6.52 | $7.92 | +1.62% |
| December 2026 | $5.42 | $6.43 | $7.86 | -1.33% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month LEO forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
In 2026, LEO is projected to trade between $6.07 and $7.86, averaging $6.15 — a potential gain of 0% from today's $6.15. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.'s 2027 outlook centres on $6.94, within a $5.69 to $8.84 range. That is up +13% on the projected 2026 average. That marks a +13% change versus current levels. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
By 2028, LEO could reach as high as $10.33, with a base case around $7.89 and support toward $6.35 — roughly +28% from $6.15. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect LEO to range from $6.56 to $11.07 through 2029. The $8.28 average target implies a +35% move from current prices. That is up +5% on the projected 2028 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The LEO price prediction for 2030 points to an average of $8.50 (low $6.64, high $11.58) — a potential gain of +38% on today's $6.15. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2031, LEO is projected to trade between $8.06 and $14.43, averaging $10.43 — a potential gain of +70% from today's $6.15. That is up +23% on the projected 2030 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.'s 2032 outlook centres on $12.14, within a $9.27 to $17.04 range. That is up +16% on the projected 2031 average. That marks a +97% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2033, LEO could reach as high as $18.80, with a base case around $13.23 and support toward $9.99 — roughly +115% from $6.15. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect LEO to range from $10.75 to $20.67 through 2034. The $14.37 average target implies a +134% move from current prices. That is up +9% on the projected 2033 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The LEO price prediction for 2035 points to an average of $14.15 (low $10.49, high $20.58) — a potential gain of +130% on today's $6.15. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2040, LEO is projected to trade between $16.68 and $35.80, averaging $23.48 — a potential gain of +282% from today's $6.15. That is up +66% on the projected 2035 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.'s 2050 outlook centres on $41.64, within a $27.58 to $68.06 range. That is up +77% on the projected 2040 average. That marks a +577% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in LEO today (≈ 162.601626 LEO) could be worth
$6,770.99
+$5,770.99 (+577%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected LEO price of $41.64 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in LEOwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in LEO on Jul 31, 2025 (≈ 170.940174 LEO) would be worth
$1,051.28
+$51.28 (+5.1%) today · 1.05× · US Dollar
Based on a LEO entry price of $5.85 vs. today's $6.15.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $6.22 | $988.75 | -1.1% |
| 1 month ago | $6.51 | $944.7 | -5.5% |
| 3 months ago | $6.32 | $973.1 | -2.7% |
| 6 months ago | $6.46 | $952.01 | -4.8% |
| 1 year ago | $5.85 | $1,051.28 | +5.1% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $9.33 | $659.16 | -34.1% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our LEO forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $12.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $12.00: $747.49M
The multi-year forecast points to a bullish trajectory with rising averages and sizable upside through 2030 and beyond. In 2026 the min is $6.07, the avg is $6.22 and the max is $7.94, with a neutral sentiment and ROI of 0. By 2027, the avg rises to $7.11 and the max to $9.07, with a 14.3 ROI and a neutral stance.
From 2028 onward the outlook turns bullish, with the 2028 min $6.41, avg $7.98, max $10.45 and ROI 28.2; 2029 min $6.63, avg $8.36, max $11.19 and ROI 34.5. The 2030 forecast shows min $6.81, avg $8.71, max $11.86 with ROI 40 and bullish sentiment. By 2031 the min is $8.20, avg $10.63, max $14.71, ROI 70.8; 2032 min $9.44, avg $12.37, max $17.37, ROI 98.9; 2033 min $10.21, avg $13.51, max $19.22, ROI 117.3; 2034 min $10.89, avg $14.57, max $20.96, ROI 134.2; 2035 min $10.67, avg $14.40, max $20.96, ROI 131.6.
The trajectory continues to 2040 with min $16.99, avg $23.91, max $36.47 and ROI 284.5, followed by 2050 with min $28.16, avg $42.51, max $69.50 and ROI 583.5. Overall, the longer-horizon view is bullish but these figures are estimates, not guarantees, and dependent on market conditions and other factors.
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2030: min $6.81, avg $8.71, max $11.86, roiPct 40, sentiment BULLISH.
The long-term forecast shows rising averages and positive ROI in multiple years, with sentiment turning BULLISH from 2028 onward. 2030 and beyond project higher Avg prices (e.g., $8.71 in 2030) and increasing ROI (up to 40 in 2030 and higher thereafter), but these are estimates and not guarantees.
The max forecast price by 2050 is $69.50, so reaching $50 is within the projected range. These are forecasts and not a guarantee.
The current price is $6.22.
The 30-day range is $6.00 to $6.44.
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