CATF Distribution History & Yield
American Century California Municipal Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 (in 10 days) | Nov 18, 2026 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 (in 39 days) | Dec 17, 2026 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 (in 68 days) | Jan 15, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 (in 97 days) | Feb 13, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 (in 184 days) | May 11, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 (in 213 days) | Jun 9, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 242 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jul 23, 2027 (in 271 days) | Aug 6, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 21, 2027 (in 300 days) | Sep 4, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 19, 2027 (in 329 days) | Oct 3, 2027 | $0.1461 | $14.61 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from CATF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.8994 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 26 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much CATF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 685 | $32,927 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,423 | $164,635 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,845 | $329,270 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.64%. $10,000 in CATF would currently pay about $364 a year ($30 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
CATF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | — | $0.113 | -13.7% |
| Sep 4, 2026 | — | $0.131 | -18.1% |
| Aug 6, 2026 | — | $0.16 | +10.3% |
| Jul 7, 2026 | — | $0.145 | +4.3% |
| Jun 4, 2026 | — | $0.139 | +3.7% |
| May 6, 2026 | — | $0.134 | -15.7% |
| Apr 7, 2026 | — | $0.159 | +6.0% |
| Mar 5, 2026 | — | $0.15 | -18.5% |
| Feb 5, 2026 | — | $0.184 | +21.1% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.152 | +12.6% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.135 | -11.2% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.152 | -5.0% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.16 | +14.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.14 | +25.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.112 | -20.6% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.141 | +2.2% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.138 | -8.6% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.151 | +13.5% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.133 | -5.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.14 | -4.8% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.147 | +8.9% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.135 | +6.3% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.127 | -5.2% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.134 | +12.6% |
Payout risk check
CATF's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 88/100).
Its share price moved -3.4% 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 American Century California Municipal Bond ETF
The fund invests in California municipal and other debt securities. Under normal market conditions, the portfolio managers invest at least 80% of the fund’s net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, in municipal securities with interest payments exempt from federal and California income taxes.
Fund family: American Century Investments. Category: Muni California Intermediate. First distribution on our records: Sep 3, 2024. 26 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
CATF distribution FAQ
When is CATF's next ex-distribution date?
CATF's next ex-distribution date is Nov 4, 2026 (in 10 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1461 per share, expected on Nov 18, 2026.
How often does CATF pay distributions?
CATF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.113 per share with an ex-date of Oct 6, 2026.
What is CATF's distribution yield?
CATF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.65%, based on $1.754 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $48.11. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.7533 per share, is 3.64%.
How much does CATF pay per share?
CATF pays about $0.1461 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.7533 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $175.33 a year.
Has CATF grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, CATF'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 CATF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.64%, you would need about 685 shares of CATF (roughly $32,927 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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