BALQ Distribution History & Yield
iShares Nasdaq Premium Income Active ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 4, 2026 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.4751 | $47.51 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BALQ's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $5.7013 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BALQ do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 211 | $11,691 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,053 | $58,456 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,105 | $116,912 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 10.26%. $10,000 in BALQ would currently pay about $1,026 a year ($86 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BALQ distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.413 | -18.5% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.507 | -26.7% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.692 | +41.8% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.488 | +30.5% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.374 | -32.2% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.552 | +28.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.43 | +22.5% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.351 | -25.2% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | $0.469 | — |
Payout risk check
BALQ's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 80/100).
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About iShares Nasdaq Premium Income Active ETF
The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by employing a targeted outcome strategy that is intended to optimize, in the opinion of Fund management, premium income generation and the potential for capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Investments in derivatives are counted toward the fund’s 80% policy to the extent that they provide investment exposure to the securities included within that policy or to one or more market risk factors associated with such securities.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Derivative Income. First distribution on our records: Dec 30, 2025. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BALQ distribution FAQ
When is BALQ's next ex-distribution date?
BALQ's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.4751 per share, expected on Oct 4, 2026.
How often does BALQ pay distributions?
BALQ pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.413 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is BALQ's distribution yield?
BALQ's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.70%, based on $4.276 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $55.55. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $5.7013 per share, is 10.26%.
How much does BALQ pay per share?
BALQ pays about $0.4751 per share each month, which works out to roughly $5.7013 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $570.13 a year.
Has BALQ grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BALQ's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of BALQ do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 10.26%, you would need about 211 shares of BALQ (roughly $11,691 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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