DFSI Distribution History & Yield
Dimensional International Sustainability Core 1 ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 22, 2026 (in 58 days) | Jan 5, 2027 | $0.182 | $18.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 (in 149 days) | Apr 6, 2027 | $0.182 | $18.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 22, 2027 (in 240 days) | Jul 6, 2027 | $0.182 | $18.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 21, 2027 (in 331 days) | Oct 5, 2027 | $0.182 | $18.20 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from DFSI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.728 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 16 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much DFSI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,649 | $74,456 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 8,242 | $372,280 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 16,484 | $744,560 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.61%. $10,000 in DFSI would currently pay about $161 a year ($13 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
DFSI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | — | $0.182 | -66.0% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | — | $0.535 | +435.0% |
| Mar 24, 2026 | — | $0.10 | -54.3% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | — | $0.219 | +50.0% |
| Sep 23, 2025 | — | $0.146 | -71.0% |
| Jun 24, 2025 | — | $0.503 | +471.6% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | — | $0.088 | -57.1% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.205 | +89.8% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.108 | -75.1% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | — | $0.434 | +1012.8% |
| Mar 19, 2024 | — | $0.039 | -75.2% |
| Dec 19, 2023 | — | $0.157 | -4.8% |
| Sep 19, 2023 | — | $0.165 | -44.8% |
| Jun 21, 2023 | — | $0.299 | +464.2% |
| Mar 21, 2023 | — | $0.053 | +3.9% |
| Dec 20, 2022 | — | $0.051 | — |
Payout risk check
DFSI's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 29/100).
Its share price moved +10.3% 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 International Sustainability Core 1 ETF
The Portfolio is designed to purchase a broad and diverse group of securities of non-U.S. companies in developed markets. The Portfolio invests in companies of all sizes, with increased exposure to smaller capitalization, lower relative price, and higher profitability companies as compared to their representation in the International Universe, while adjusting the composition of the Portfolio based on sustainability impact considerations.
Fund family: Dimensional Fund Advisors. Category: Foreign Large Blend. First distribution on our records: Dec 20, 2022. 16 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
DFSI distribution FAQ
When is DFSI's next ex-distribution date?
DFSI's next ex-distribution date is Dec 22, 2026 (in 58 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.182 per share, expected on Jan 5, 2027.
How often does DFSI pay distributions?
DFSI pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.182 per share with an ex-date of Sep 22, 2026.
What is DFSI's distribution yield?
DFSI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.29%, based on $1.036 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $45.17. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.728 per share, is 1.61%.
How much does DFSI pay per share?
DFSI pays about $0.182 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.728 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $72.80 a year.
Has DFSI grown or cut its distribution?
DFSI has raised its annual distribution for 3 consecutive years. Over the last year the regular payout changed +10.0%.
How many shares of DFSI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.61%, you would need about 1,649 shares of DFSI (roughly $74,456 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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