BUYW Distribution History & Yield
Main Buywrite ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 (in 16 days) | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 (in 45 days) | Nov 6, 2026 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 21, 2026 (in 74 days) | Dec 5, 2026 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 20, 2026 (in 103 days) | Jan 3, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 (in 132 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 16, 2027 (in 161 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 17, 2027 (in 190 days) | Mar 31, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 15, 2027 (in 219 days) | Apr 29, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 14, 2027 (in 248 days) | May 28, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jun 12, 2027 (in 277 days) | Jun 26, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 11, 2027 (in 306 days) | Jul 25, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 9, 2027 (in 335 days) | Aug 23, 2027 | $0.0717 | $7.17 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BUYW's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.9327 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BUYW do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,394 | $20,355 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,969 | $101,777 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 13,938 | $203,554 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.90%. $10,000 in BUYW would currently pay about $590 a year ($49 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BUYW distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2026 | — | $0.073 | +0.0% |
| Jul 24, 2026 | — | $0.073 | +1.4% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Apr 23, 2026 | — | $0.072 | +1.4% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | — | $0.071 | -1.4% |
| Jan 22, 2026 | — | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | — | $0.072 | +1.4% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Oct 24, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Aug 22, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Jul 25, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +1.4% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.07 | +1.4% |
| May 23, 2025 | — | $0.069 | +3.0% |
| Apr 25, 2025 | — | $0.067 | -2.9% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.069 | -2.8% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +0.0% |
| Jan 24, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +1.4% |
| Dec 19, 2024 | — | $0.07 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | — | $0.07 | +0.0% |
| Oct 24, 2024 | — | $0.07 | +0.0% |
| Sep 19, 2024 | — | $0.07 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
BUYW's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 99/100).
Its share price moved +3.0% 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 Main Buywrite ETF
The fund invests in domestic and international exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to provide investors with sustained exposure to domestic and foreign equity markets over time. The fund also uses the Adviser’s “BuyWrite” strategy, an investment strategy of writing (selling) call options on a security owned by the fund to generate additional returns from the option premium. The fund also seeks returns by writing (selling) secured put options.
Fund family: Main Management ETFs. Category: Derivative Income. First distribution on our records: Dec 22, 2022. 45 payments tracked.
BUYW distribution FAQ
When is BUYW's next ex-distribution date?
BUYW's next ex-distribution date is Sep 24, 2026 (in 16 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0717 per share, expected on Oct 8, 2026.
How often does BUYW pay distributions?
BUYW pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.073 per share with an ex-date of Aug 26, 2026.
What is BUYW's distribution yield?
BUYW's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.90%, based on $0.861 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $14.60. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.861 per share, is 5.90%.
How much does BUYW pay per share?
BUYW pays about $0.0717 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.861 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $86.10 a year.
Has BUYW grown or cut its distribution?
BUYW has raised its annual distribution for 3 consecutive years. Over the last year the regular payout changed +2.6%.
How many shares of BUYW do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.90%, you would need about 1,394 shares of BUYW (roughly $20,355 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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