DANA Distribution History & Yield
Dana Limited Volatility ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Sep 26, 2026 (in 17 days) | Oct 10, 2026 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 (in 47 days) | Nov 9, 2026 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 (in 77 days) | Dec 9, 2026 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Fri, Dec 25, 2026 (in 107 days) | Jan 8, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jan 24, 2027 (in 137 days) | Feb 7, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 (in 167 days) | Mar 9, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Sat, Apr 24, 2027 (in 227 days) | May 8, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Mon, May 24, 2027 (in 257 days) | Jun 7, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 23, 2027 (in 287 days) | Jul 7, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jul 23, 2027 (in 317 days) | Aug 6, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
| Sun, Aug 22, 2027 (in 347 days) | Sep 5, 2027 | $0.0644 | $6.44 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DANA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.7733 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DANA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,552 | $38,809 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 7,759 | $194,043 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 15,518 | $388,086 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.09%. $10,000 in DANA would currently pay about $309 a year ($26 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DANA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | — | $0.058 | -10.8% |
| Jul 28, 2026 | — | $0.065 | -27.8% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.09 | +55.2% |
| May 28, 2026 | — | $0.058 | -10.8% |
| Apr 29, 2026 | — | $0.065 | +0.0% |
| Mar 30, 2026 | — | $0.065 | +62.5% |
| Feb 26, 2026 | — | $0.04 | -38.5% |
| Jan 29, 2026 | — | $0.065 | -12.2% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.074 | — |
Payout risk check
DANA's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 80/100).
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About Dana Limited Volatility ETF
The fund is an actively-managed exchange-traded fund (“ETF”) that seeks to preserve capital while generating current income by investing primarily in high-quality, cash flow–producing fixed income securities. The fund focuses on U.S. government securities and investment-grade corporate bonds (bonds rated AA-/Aa3- or higher by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (“NRSRO”)), which are considered to have a lower risk of default.
Fund family: Dana Investment Advisors Inc. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 30, 2025. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DANA distribution FAQ
When is DANA's next ex-distribution date?
DANA's next ex-distribution date is Sep 26, 2026 (in 17 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0644 per share, expected on Oct 10, 2026.
How often does DANA pay distributions?
DANA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.058 per share with an ex-date of Aug 27, 2026.
What is DANA's distribution yield?
DANA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.32%, based on $0.58 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.01. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.7733 per share, is 3.09%.
How much does DANA pay per share?
DANA pays about $0.0644 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.7733 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $77.33 a year.
Has DANA grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, DANA'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 DANA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.09%, you would need about 1,552 shares of DANA (roughly $38,809 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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