EPRF Distribution History & Yield
Innovator S&P Investment Grade Preferred ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 13, 2026 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 11, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 13, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 12, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 11, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 11, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Sep 9, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Oct 9, 2027 | $0.0846 | $8.46 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EPRF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.0996 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EPRF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,183 | $18,420 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,912 | $92,099 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 11,823 | $184,197 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.51%. $10,000 in EPRF would currently pay about $651 a year ($54 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EPRF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +6.2% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.08 | -5.9% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.085 | -5.6% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +0.0% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.09 | -3.2% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | — | $0.093 | -7.0% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
EPRF's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -14.8% 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 Innovator S&P Investment Grade Preferred ETF
The fund normally invests at least 90% of its total assets in the securities that comprise the index. The index is composed of all preferred stocks that are constituents of the S&P U.S. Investment Grade Preferred Stock Index (the “Base Index”).
Fund family: Innovator ETFs. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Jul 25, 2016. 123 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EPRF distribution FAQ
When is EPRF's next ex-distribution date?
EPRF's next ex-distribution date is Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0846 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does EPRF pay distributions?
EPRF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.085 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is EPRF's distribution yield?
EPRF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.51%, based on $1.015 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $15.58. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.015 per share, is 6.51%.
How much does EPRF pay per share?
EPRF pays about $0.0846 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.015 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $101.50 a year.
Has EPRF grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 3.6% a year (-8.0% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, EPRF'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 EPRF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.51%, you would need about 1,183 shares of EPRF (roughly $18,420 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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