DFIP Distribution History & Yield
Dimensional Inflation-Protected Securities ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 (in 6 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.3647 | $36.47 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 (in 34 days) | Oct 27, 2026 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 (in 62 days) | Nov 24, 2026 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 8, 2026 (in 90 days) | Dec 22, 2026 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 (in 118 days) | Jan 19, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 (in 146 days) | Feb 16, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 2, 2027 (in 174 days) | Mar 16, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 (in 230 days) | May 11, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 (in 258 days) | Jun 8, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 22, 2027 (in 286 days) | Jul 6, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 20, 2027 (in 314 days) | Aug 3, 2027 | $0.3648 | $36.48 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DFIP's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.7417 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DFIP do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 275 | $11,021 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,371 | $55,106 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,742 | $110,212 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 10.89%. $10,000 in DFIP would currently pay about $1,089 a year ($91 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DFIP distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | — | $0.293 | -36.7% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | — | $0.463 | +0.2% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | — | $0.462 | +91.7% |
| May 19, 2026 | — | $0.241 | +141.0% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | — | $0.10 | -65.6% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.291 | +65.3% |
| Nov 18, 2025 | — | $0.176 | +21.4% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | — | $0.145 | -12.1% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.165 | +0.6% |
| Aug 19, 2025 | — | $0.164 | -3.5% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | — | $0.17 | -1.7% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.173 | -33.5% |
| May 20, 2025 | — | $0.26 | +15.6% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | — | $0.225 | +55.2% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.145 | +326.5% |
| Feb 19, 2025 | — | $0.034 | +325.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | — | $0.008 | -95.7% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.188 | +80.8% |
| Nov 19, 2024 | — | $0.104 | -1.0% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | — | $0.105 | +61.5% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.065 | -21.7% |
| Aug 20, 2024 | — | $0.083 | -55.6% |
| Jul 16, 2024 | — | $0.187 | -34.6% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | — | $0.286 | -9.5% |
Payout risk check
DFIP's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 52/100).
Its share price moved -5.0% 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 Dimensional Inflation-Protected Securities ETF
Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the Portfolio’s net assets will be invested in inflation-protected securities. Generally, the Portfolio will purchase inflation-protected securities with maturities between five and twenty years from the date of settlement. Under normal circumstances, when determining its duration, the Portfolio will consider an average duration similar to its benchmark, the Bloomberg U.S. TIPS Index.
Fund family: Dimensional Fund Advisors. Category: Inflation-Protected Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 23, 2021. 49 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DFIP distribution FAQ
When is DFIP's next ex-distribution date?
DFIP'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 $0.3647 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does DFIP pay distributions?
DFIP pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.293 per share with an ex-date of Aug 18, 2026.
What is DFIP's distribution yield?
DFIP's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.81%, based on $2.336 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $40.20. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.377 per share, is 10.89%.
How much does DFIP pay per share?
DFIP pays about $0.3647 per share each month, which works out to roughly $4.377 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $437.70 a year.
Has DFIP grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, DFIP'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 DFIP do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 10.89%, you would need about 275 shares of DFIP (roughly $11,021 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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