DFCF Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 (in 6 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 (in 34 days) | Oct 27, 2026 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 (in 62 days) | Nov 24, 2026 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 8, 2026 (in 90 days) | Dec 22, 2026 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 (in 118 days) | Jan 19, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 (in 146 days) | Feb 16, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 2, 2027 (in 174 days) | Mar 16, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 (in 230 days) | May 11, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 (in 258 days) | Jun 8, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 22, 2027 (in 286 days) | Jul 6, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 20, 2027 (in 314 days) | Aug 3, 2027 | $0.1414 | $14.14 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DFCF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.8386 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DFCF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 708 | $29,280 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,536 | $146,399 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,071 | $292,798 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.10%. $10,000 in DFCF would currently pay about $410 a year ($34 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DFCF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | — | $0.146 | -12.0% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | — | $0.166 | -4.6% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | — | $0.174 | +42.6% |
| May 19, 2026 | — | $0.122 | -5.4% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | — | $0.129 | -26.7% |
| Mar 24, 2026 | — | $0.176 | +128.6% |
| Feb 18, 2026 | — | $0.077 | +75.0% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | — | $0.044 | -84.8% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.289 | +52.9% |
| Nov 18, 2025 | — | $0.189 | +22.7% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | — | $0.154 | +2.0% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.151 | -6.2% |
| Aug 19, 2025 | — | $0.161 | -1.8% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | — | $0.164 | +1.9% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.161 | -8.0% |
| May 20, 2025 | — | $0.175 | +10.1% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | — | $0.159 | +16.9% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.136 | -4.2% |
| Feb 19, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +517.4% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | — | $0.023 | -92.8% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.32 | +79.8% |
| Nov 19, 2024 | — | $0.178 | -12.7% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | — | $0.204 | +98.1% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.103 | -33.1% |
| Aug 20, 2024 | — | $0.154 | -12.0% |
| Jul 16, 2024 | — | $0.175 | +32.6% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | — | $0.132 | -29.0% |
| May 21, 2024 | — | $0.186 | +7.5% |
| Apr 16, 2024 | — | $0.173 | +34.1% |
| Mar 19, 2024 | — | $0.129 | +2.4% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | — | $0.126 | +425.0% |
| Jan 17, 2024 | — | $0.024 | -91.2% |
| Dec 19, 2023 | — | $0.273 | +3.8% |
| Nov 21, 2023 | — | $0.263 | +38.4% |
| Oct 24, 2023 | — | $0.19 | +21.8% |
| Sep 19, 2023 | — | $0.156 | +14.7% |
| Aug 22, 2023 | — | $0.136 | -3.5% |
| Jul 18, 2023 | — | $0.141 | -6.0% |
| Jun 21, 2023 | — | $0.15 | -10.7% |
| May 23, 2023 | — | $0.168 | +47.4% |
| Apr 18, 2023 | — | $0.114 | -18.0% |
| Mar 21, 2023 | — | $0.139 | -12.6% |
| Feb 22, 2023 | — | $0.159 | +511.5% |
| Jan 18, 2023 | — | $0.026 | -89.1% |
| Dec 28, 2022 | — | $0.238 | +0.0% |
| Dec 20, 2022 | — | $0.238 | +95.1% |
| Nov 22, 2022 | — | $0.122 | +16.2% |
| Oct 18, 2022 | — | $0.105 | +4.0% |
| Sep 20, 2022 | — | $0.101 | -15.8% |
| Aug 23, 2022 | — | $0.12 | +31.9% |
| Jul 19, 2022 | — | $0.091 | +13.7% |
| Jun 22, 2022 | — | $0.08 | +21.2% |
| May 24, 2022 | — | $0.066 | +1.5% |
| Apr 19, 2022 | — | $0.065 | +10.2% |
| Mar 22, 2022 | — | $0.059 | -3.3% |
| Feb 23, 2022 | — | $0.061 | +335.7% |
| Jan 19, 2022 | — | $0.014 | -82.3% |
| Dec 16, 2021 | — | $0.079 | +3850.0% |
| Nov 23, 2021 | — | $0.002 | — |
Payout risk check
DFCF's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 62/100).
Its share price moved -2.4% 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 Dimensional Core Fixed Income ETF
Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the Portfolio’s net assets will be invested in fixed income securities considered to be investment grade quality. The Portfolio primarily invests in securities that mature within twenty years from the date of settlement. The Portfolio will generally maintain a weighted average duration of no more than one quarter year greater than, and no less than one year below, the weighted average duration of the Portfolio’s benchmark, the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index.
Fund family: Dimensional Fund Advisors. Category: Intermediate Core Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 23, 2021. 59 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DFCF distribution FAQ
When is DFCF's next ex-distribution date?
DFCF's next ex-distribution date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1414 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does DFCF pay distributions?
DFCF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.146 per share with an ex-date of Aug 18, 2026.
What is DFCF's distribution yield?
DFCF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.39%, based on $1.817 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $41.41. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.6971 per share, is 4.10%.
How much does DFCF pay per share?
DFCF pays about $0.1414 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.6971 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $169.71 a year.
Has DFCF grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, DFCF'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 DFCF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.10%, you would need about 708 shares of DFCF (roughly $29,280 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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