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BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. is projected to rise to $7.41 by 2027, a +16% move from its current price of $6.39. LEO is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/12/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13 | $6.36 | $6.39 | $6.43 | +0.03% |
| Jul 14 | $6.34 | $6.39 | $6.45 | +0.07% |
| Jul 15 | $6.33 | $6.40 | $6.46 | +0.10% |
| Jul 16 | $6.33 | $6.40 | $6.47 | +0.14% |
| Jul 17 | $6.32 | $6.40 | $6.48 | +0.17% |
| Jul 18 | $6.31 | $6.40 | $6.49 | +0.20% |
| Jul 19 | $6.31 | $6.41 | $6.50 | +0.24% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $6.31 | $6.41 | $6.50 | +0.24% |
| Week 2 | $6.29 | $6.42 | $6.56 | +0.48% |
| Week 3 | $6.27 | $6.44 | $6.61 | +0.71% |
| Week 4 | $6.26 | $6.45 | $6.65 | +0.95% |
| Week 5 | $6.25 | $6.47 | $6.69 | +1.19% |
| Week 6 | $6.25 | $6.48 | $6.73 | +1.43% |
| Week 7 | $6.24 | $6.50 | $6.76 | +1.68% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc. (LEO) 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 and primarily targets 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 formed on September 23, 1987 and is domiciled in the United States. It was formerly known as Dreyfus Strategic Municipals, Inc. The fund sits in the Financial Services category and focuses on municipal securities within the fixed income space.
LEO trades at $6.39 per share and carries a market cap of $398.04M with a rank of 3036. This pricing sits within a technical context that supports a bullish longer-term outlook as reflected in the year-by-year forecast data.
The forecast shows an upward path in average price from 2026 through 2050, with 2026 at an average of $6.39 and 2050 at $44.67. The model also provides a max price of $73.06 by 2050, underscoring substantial potential upside over the horizon.
A major floor 5.0% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (0.6% away) — a key level to hold.
Price is pressing into resistance (1.9% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 2.9% 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 | $6.40 | Sell | $6.40 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $6.44 | Sell | $6.42 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $6.42 | Sell | $6.41 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $6.38 | Buy | $6.39 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $6.37 | Buy | $6.37 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $6.34 | Buy | $6.32 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 47.97 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 25.40 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -47.09 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -75.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.01 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | 0.00 | Neutral |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.35 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 25.00 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | 0.04 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.00 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 42.16 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.06 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -16.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 6.36 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 9.93 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 0.04 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture remains bullish in sentiment, with RSI14 at 50 and near-term momentum balanced around key levels. The price sits above the SMA200 of $6.33 and near the SMA50 of $6.37, indicating a constructive setup.
In the near term, traders should note a support level at $6.24 and a resistance at $6.50. The 30-day price range runs from $6.14 to $6.65, illustrating a relatively narrow corridor. Annualized volatility stands at 10%, suggesting moderate short-term risk relative to the price level.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6.07 | $6.39 | $8.19 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $6.07 | $7.41 | $9.46 | +16% | Neutral | |
| $6.51 | $8.10 | $10.62 | +27% | Bullish | |
| $6.77 | $8.55 | $11.45 | +34% | Bullish | |
| $7.03 | $9.00 | $12.26 | +41% | Bullish | |
| $8.35 | $10.81 | $14.97 | +69% | Bullish | |
| $9.69 | $12.69 | $17.83 | +99% | Bullish | |
| $10.44 | $13.82 | $19.67 | +116% | Bullish | |
| $10.99 | $14.70 | $21.16 | +130% | Bullish | |
| $10.92 | $14.74 | $21.46 | +131% | Bullish | |
| $17.13 | $24.12 | $36.79 | +277% | Bullish | |
| $28.62 | $43.22 | $70.67 | +576% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $6.07 | $6.39 | $7.64 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $5.51 | $6.45 | $7.72 | +0.98% |
| September 2026 | $5.60 | $6.59 | $7.94 | +2.14% |
| October 2026 | $5.73 | $6.76 | $8.21 | +2.63% |
| November 2026 | $5.66 | $6.71 | $8.19 | -0.76% |
| December 2026 | $5.62 | $6.68 | $8.19 | -0.44% |
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 $8.19, averaging $6.39 — a potential gain of 0% from today's $6.39. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.'s 2027 outlook centres on $7.41, within a $6.07 to $9.46 range. That is up +16% on the projected 2026 average. That marks a +16% change versus current levels. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
By 2028, LEO could reach as high as $10.62, with a base case around $8.10 and support toward $6.51 — roughly +27% from $6.39. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect LEO to range from $6.77 to $11.45 through 2029. The $8.55 average target implies a +34% move from current prices. That is up +6% on the projected 2028 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The LEO price prediction for 2030 points to an average of $9.00 (low $7.03, high $12.26) — a potential gain of +41% on today's $6.39. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2031, LEO is projected to trade between $8.35 and $14.97, averaging $10.81 — a potential gain of +69% from today's $6.39. That is up +20% on the projected 2030 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals, Inc.'s 2032 outlook centres on $12.69, within a $9.69 to $17.83 range. That is up +17% on the projected 2031 average. That marks a +99% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2033, LEO could reach as high as $19.67, with a base case around $13.82 and support toward $10.44 — roughly +116% from $6.39. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect LEO to range from $10.99 to $21.16 through 2034. The $14.70 average target implies a +130% move from current prices. That is up +6% 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 $14.74 (low $10.92, high $21.46) — a potential gain of +131% on today's $6.39. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2040, LEO is projected to trade between $17.13 and $36.79, averaging $24.12 — a potential gain of +277% from today's $6.39. That is up +64% 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 $43.22, within a $28.62 to $70.67 range. That is up +79% on the projected 2040 average. That marks a +576% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in LEO today (≈ 156.494523 LEO) could be worth
$6,763.84
+$5,763.84 (+576%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected LEO price of $43.22 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 10, 2025 (≈ 168.634069 LEO) would be worth
$1,077.57
+$77.57 (+7.8%) today · 1.08× · US Dollar
Based on a LEO entry price of $5.93 vs. today's $6.39.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $6.47 | $987.64 | -1.2% |
| 1 month ago | $6.44 | $992.24 | -0.8% |
| 3 months ago | $6.44 | $992.24 | -0.8% |
| 6 months ago | $6.42 | $995.33 | -0.5% |
| 1 year ago | $5.93 | $1,077.57 | +7.8% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $9.15 | $698.36 | -30.2% |
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 $13.00 around 2033.
Implied market cap at $13.00: $809.78M
The multi-year forecast lays out a steadily rising pathway for LEO. In 2026 the average is projected at $6.39 with a neutral sentiment and a 0% ROI. By 2027 the average climbs to $7.54, with an 18% ROI, and the trajectory continues upward through 2035, where the average is $15.21 and the ROI is 138%.
By 2040 the average is $24.15 with a 277.9% ROI, and by 2050 the average reaches $44.67 with a 599% ROI, while the max forecast reaches $73.06.
The forecast consistently labels sentiment as BULLISH from 2028 onward, reflecting meaningful upside potential across the later years. These are estimates, not guarantees, and depend on market conditions and other factors. Risks exist, and actual results can differ from the projected path.
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Avg $9.12; min $7.12; max $12.45; ROI 42.8%; sentiment BULLISH.
The forecast shows an upward path with the 2050 average price at $44.67 and a max of $73.06, yielding a 599% ROI by 2050, with bullish sentiment from 2028 onward.
Yes—the 2050 max is $73.06, with the 2050 average at $44.67, and the 2040 max is $36.85, indicating potential to exceed $50 within the forecast horizon.
Bullish sentiment with RSI14 at 50; SMA50 is $6.37; SMA200 is $6.33; support at $6.24; resistance at $6.50; 30-day range $6.14–$6.65; annualized volatility 10%.
Current price is $6.39; market cap is $398.04M; rank 3036.
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