BKFI Distribution History & Yield
BNY Mellon Active Core Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0867 | $8.67 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BKFI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.1267 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BKFI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,154 | $26,446 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,770 | $132,231 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 11,539 | $264,462 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.54%. $10,000 in BKFI would currently pay about $454 a year ($38 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BKFI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.091 | +2.2% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.089 | -2.2% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.091 | +3.4% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.088 | +0.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.088 | +2.3% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.086 | -7.5% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +17.7% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.079 | +5.3% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.075 | — |
Payout risk check
BKFI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
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About BNY Mellon Active Core Bond ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in bonds. The investment adviser actively manages bond market and maturity exposure and credit profile and uses a disciplined process to select bonds and manage risk. Generally, the fund's average effective portfolio maturity will be between 3 and 10 years and the average effective duration of the fund's portfolio will be between 2.5 and 5.5 years.
Fund family: BNY Mellon. Category: Intermediate Core Bond. First distribution on our records: Feb 2, 2026. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BKFI distribution FAQ
When is BKFI's next ex-distribution date?
BKFI's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0867 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does BKFI pay distributions?
BKFI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.091 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is BKFI's distribution yield?
BKFI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.40%, based on $0.78 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $22.92. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.04 per share, is 4.54%.
How much does BKFI pay per share?
BKFI pays about $0.0867 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.04 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $104.00 a year.
Has BKFI grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BKFI'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 BKFI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.54%, you would need about 1,154 shares of BKFI (roughly $26,446 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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