BITA Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (in 7 days) | Nov 6, 2026 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 (in 37 days) | Dec 6, 2026 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 67 days) | Jan 5, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 (in 97 days) | Feb 4, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 (in 127 days) | Mar 6, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 (in 157 days) | Apr 5, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 (in 187 days) | May 5, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Sun, May 30, 2027 (in 217 days) | Jun 4, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 29, 2027 (in 247 days) | Jul 4, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 29, 2027 (in 277 days) | Aug 3, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 28, 2027 (in 307 days) | Sep 2, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
| Mon, Sep 27, 2027 (in 337 days) | Oct 2, 2027 | $0.6755 | $67.55 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BITA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $8.106 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 4 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BITA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 149 | $9,190 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 741 | $45,951 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 1,481 | $91,902 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 13.06%. $10,000 in BITA would currently pay about $1,306 a year ($109 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BITA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Oct 7, 2026 | $0.726 | +10.5% |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Sep 8, 2026 | $0.657 | -17.8% |
| Aug 4, 2026 | Aug 7, 2026 | $0.799 | +53.7% |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Jul 8, 2026 | $0.52 | — |
Payout risk check
BITA's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 85/100).
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About iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF
The shares are intended to constitute a simple means of making an investment similar to an investment in bitcoin, while providing premium income by selling monthly call options. A strategy of holding an asset or basket of assets and selling call options that reference the asset or basket of assets is commonly known as a “covered call” or “buy-write” strategy.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Digital Assets. First distribution on our records: Jul 2, 2026. 4 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BITA distribution FAQ
When is BITA's next ex-distribution date?
BITA's next ex-distribution date is Nov 1, 2026 (in 7 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.6755 per share, expected on Nov 6, 2026.
How often does BITA pay distributions?
BITA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.726 per share with an ex-date of Oct 2, 2026.
What is BITA's distribution yield?
BITA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.35%, based on $2.702 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $62.08. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $8.106 per share, is 13.06%.
How much does BITA pay per share?
BITA pays about $0.6755 per share each month, which works out to roughly $8.106 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $810.60 a year.
Has BITA grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BITA'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 BITA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 13.06%, you would need about 149 shares of BITA (roughly $9,190 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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