EVPF Distribution History & Yield
Eaton Vance Preferred Securities And Income ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 5, 2026 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 5, 2026 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 4, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 3, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 5, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 4, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 4, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 3, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 3, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 2, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Sep 1, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Oct 1, 2027 | $0.2194 | $21.94 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EVPF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.8526 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 7 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EVPF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 456 | $21,925 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,279 | $109,626 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,558 | $219,251 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.47%. $10,000 in EVPF would currently pay about $547 a year ($46 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EVPF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Oct 6, 2026 | $0.244 | -2.0% |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.249 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.249 | -0.8% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.251 | +24.3% |
| May 29, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.202 | +9.2% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.185 | +18.6% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.156 | — |
Payout risk check
EVPF's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 84/100).
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About Eaton Vance Preferred Securities And Income ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in preferred securities and other income-producing securities. The fund invests in both domestic and foreign securities. The fund may invest in securities that, at the time of issuance, are eligible to pay dividends that qualify for favorable U.S. federal income tax treatment, such as dividends treated as qualified dividend income.
Fund family: Eaton Vance ETFs. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Mar 31, 2026. 7 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EVPF distribution FAQ
When is EVPF's next ex-distribution date?
EVPF'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 $0.2194 per share, expected on Nov 5, 2026.
How often does EVPF pay distributions?
EVPF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.244 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is EVPF's distribution yield?
EVPF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.19%, based on $1.536 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $48.11. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.6331 per share, is 5.47%.
How much does EVPF pay per share?
EVPF pays about $0.2194 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.6331 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $263.31 a year.
Has EVPF grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, EVPF'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 EVPF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.47%, you would need about 456 shares of EVPF (roughly $21,925 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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