DFAW Distribution History & Yield
Dimensional World Equity ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 22, 2026 (in 57 days) | Jan 5, 2027 | $0.258 | $25.80 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 (in 148 days) | Apr 6, 2027 | $0.258 | $25.80 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 22, 2027 (in 239 days) | Jul 6, 2027 | $0.258 | $25.80 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 21, 2027 (in 330 days) | Oct 5, 2027 | $0.258 | $25.80 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DFAW's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.032 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 13 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DFAW do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,163 | $97,709 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,814 | $488,547 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 11,628 | $977,093 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.23%. $10,000 in DFAW would currently pay about $123 a year ($10 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DFAW distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | — | $0.258 | -31.4% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | — | $0.376 | +129.3% |
| Mar 24, 2026 | — | $0.164 | -41.8% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.282 | +18.0% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.239 | +0.0% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.239 | -34.0% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.362 | +153.1% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.143 | -52.0% |
| Dec 19, 2024 | — | $0.298 | +34.8% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.221 | -27.3% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | — | $0.304 | +216.7% |
| Mar 19, 2024 | — | $0.096 | -58.3% |
| Dec 21, 2023 | — | $0.23 | — |
Payout risk check
DFAW's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 68/100).
Its share price moved +16.9% 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 Dimensional World Equity ETF
The fund is a “fund of funds”, which means that the Portfolio generally allocates its assets among other funds managed by the Advisor, although it has the flexibility to invest directly in securities and derivatives.
Fund family: Dimensional Fund Advisors. Category: Global Large-Stock Blend. First distribution on our records: Dec 21, 2023. 13 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DFAW distribution FAQ
When is DFAW's next ex-distribution date?
DFAW's next ex-distribution date is Dec 22, 2026 (in 57 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.258 per share, expected on Jan 5, 2027.
How often does DFAW pay distributions?
DFAW pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.258 per share with an ex-date of Sep 22, 2026.
What is DFAW's distribution yield?
DFAW's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.57%, based on $1.319 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $84.03. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.032 per share, is 1.23%.
How much does DFAW pay per share?
DFAW pays about $0.258 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $1.032 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $103.20 a year.
Has DFAW grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last year the regular payout changed +26.6%. As a fund, DFAW'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 DFAW do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.23%, you would need about 1,163 shares of DFAW (roughly $97,709 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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