DFSD Distribution History & Yield
Dimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 (in 23 days) | Dec 1, 2026 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 (in 51 days) | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 12, 2027 (in 79 days) | Jan 26, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 9, 2027 (in 107 days) | Feb 23, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 9, 2027 (in 135 days) | Mar 23, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 6, 2027 (in 163 days) | Apr 20, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 4, 2027 (in 191 days) | May 18, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 1, 2027 (in 219 days) | Jun 15, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 29, 2027 (in 247 days) | Jul 13, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 24, 2027 (in 303 days) | Sep 7, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 21, 2027 (in 331 days) | Oct 5, 2027 | $0.189 | $18.90 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DFSD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.457 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DFSD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 530 | $24,751 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,646 | $123,757 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,292 | $247,513 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.85%. $10,000 in DFSD would currently pay about $485 a year ($40 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DFSD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | — | $0.179 | +2.9% |
| Sep 22, 2026 | — | $0.174 | +20.8% |
| Aug 18, 2026 | — | $0.144 | -56.6% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | — | $0.332 | +35.5% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | — | $0.245 | +72.5% |
| May 19, 2026 | — | $0.142 | -3.4% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | — | $0.147 | -1.3% |
| Mar 24, 2026 | — | $0.149 | -61.1% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.383 | +73.3% |
| Nov 18, 2025 | — | $0.221 | +25.6% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | — | $0.176 | +4.8% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.168 | -19.6% |
| Aug 19, 2025 | — | $0.209 | +34.0% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | — | $0.156 | +3.3% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.151 | +6.3% |
| May 20, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +9.2% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | — | $0.13 | +32.7% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.098 | -31.5% |
| Feb 19, 2025 | — | $0.143 | -65.4% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.413 | +81.1% |
| Nov 19, 2024 | — | $0.228 | -14.9% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | — | $0.268 | +125.2% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.119 | -36.4% |
| Aug 20, 2024 | — | $0.187 | -8.3% |
| Jul 16, 2024 | — | $0.204 | +42.7% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | — | $0.143 | -32.2% |
| May 21, 2024 | — | $0.211 | +19.9% |
| Apr 16, 2024 | — | $0.176 | +4.1% |
| Mar 19, 2024 | — | $0.169 | +56.5% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | — | $0.108 | +300.0% |
| Jan 17, 2024 | — | $0.027 | -91.1% |
| Dec 19, 2023 | — | $0.302 | +17.1% |
| Nov 21, 2023 | — | $0.258 | +0.0% |
| Oct 24, 2023 | — | $0.258 | +12.7% |
| Sep 19, 2023 | — | $0.229 | +175.9% |
| Aug 22, 2023 | — | $0.083 | +72.9% |
| Jul 18, 2023 | — | $0.048 | -77.1% |
| Jun 21, 2023 | — | $0.21 | +20.0% |
| May 23, 2023 | — | $0.175 | +92.3% |
| Apr 18, 2023 | — | $0.091 | -45.2% |
| Mar 21, 2023 | — | $0.166 | +1744.4% |
| Jan 18, 2023 | — | $0.009 | -95.1% |
| Dec 20, 2022 | — | $0.184 | +60.0% |
| Nov 22, 2022 | — | $0.115 | +25.0% |
| Oct 18, 2022 | — | $0.092 | +8.2% |
| Sep 20, 2022 | — | $0.085 | -4.5% |
| Aug 23, 2022 | — | $0.089 | +17.1% |
| Jul 19, 2022 | — | $0.076 | -24.8% |
| Jun 22, 2022 | — | $0.101 | +32.9% |
| May 24, 2022 | — | $0.076 | +68.9% |
| Apr 19, 2022 | — | $0.045 | -11.8% |
| Mar 22, 2022 | — | $0.051 | -5.6% |
| Feb 23, 2022 | — | $0.054 | +800.0% |
| Jan 19, 2022 | — | $0.006 | -88.5% |
| Dec 16, 2021 | — | $0.052 | +5100.0% |
| Nov 23, 2021 | — | $0.001 | — |
Payout risk check
DFSD's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 63/100).
Its share price moved -2.9% 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 Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF
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 five years from the date of settlement. It will generally maintain a weighted average duration of no more than one half year greater than, and no less than one year below, the weighted average duration of the Portfolio’s benchmark, the ICE BofA 1-5 Year US Corporate & Government Index.
Fund family: Dimensional Fund Advisors. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 23, 2021. 56 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DFSD distribution FAQ
When is DFSD's next ex-distribution date?
DFSD's next ex-distribution date is Nov 17, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.189 per share, expected on Dec 1, 2026.
How often does DFSD pay distributions?
DFSD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.179 per share with an ex-date of Oct 20, 2026.
What is DFSD's distribution yield?
DFSD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.52%, based on $2.116 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $46.78. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.268 per share, is 4.85%.
How much does DFSD pay per share?
DFSD pays about $0.189 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.268 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $226.80 a year.
Has DFSD grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, DFSD'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 DFSD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.85%, you would need about 530 shares of DFSD (roughly $24,751 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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