BLST Distribution History & Yield
Exchange Traded Concepts Trust Bluemonte Short Term Bond ETF
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 27, 2026 (in 18 days) | Oct 11, 2026 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 (in 49 days) | Nov 11, 2026 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 28, 2026 (in 80 days) | Dec 12, 2026 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 111 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 15, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 204 days) | Apr 15, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Sun, May 2, 2027 (in 235 days) | May 16, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 2, 2027 (in 266 days) | Jun 16, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jul 3, 2027 (in 297 days) | Jul 17, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 3, 2027 (in 328 days) | Aug 17, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
| Fri, Sep 3, 2027 (in 359 days) | Sep 17, 2027 | $0.0793 | $7.93 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BLST's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.9514 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 13 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BLST do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,262 | $31,229 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,307 | $156,144 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 12,613 | $312,288 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.84%. $10,000 in BLST would currently pay about $384 a year ($32 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BLST distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | — | $0.083 | +3.8% |
| Jul 29, 2026 | — | $0.08 | +0.0% |
| Jun 26, 2026 | — | $0.08 | +2.6% |
| May 27, 2026 | — | $0.078 | +1.3% |
| Apr 28, 2026 | — | $0.077 | +1.3% |
| Mar 27, 2026 | — | $0.076 | -6.2% |
| Feb 25, 2026 | — | $0.081 | -49.1% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.159 | +98.8% |
| Nov 25, 2025 | — | $0.08 | +8.1% |
| Oct 30, 2025 | — | $0.074 | -6.3% |
| Sep 29, 2025 | — | $0.079 | +5.3% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +13.6% |
| Jul 30, 2025 | — | $0.066 | — |
Payout risk check
BLST's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 74/100).
Its share price moved -1.9% over the past year.
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 Exchange Traded Concepts Trust Bluemonte Short Term Bond ETF
First distribution on our records: Jul 30, 2025. 13 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BLST distribution FAQ
When is BLST's next ex-distribution date?
BLST's next ex-distribution date is Sep 27, 2026 (in 18 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0793 per share, expected on Oct 11, 2026.
How often does BLST pay distributions?
BLST pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.083 per share with an ex-date of Aug 27, 2026.
What is BLST's distribution yield?
BLST's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.82%, based on $0.947 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.76. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.9514 per share, is 3.84%.
How much does BLST pay per share?
BLST pays about $0.0793 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.9514 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $95.14 a year.
Has BLST grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BLST'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 BLST do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.84%, you would need about 1,262 shares of BLST (roughly $31,229 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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