FAN Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days) | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.066 | $6.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 150 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.066 | $6.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 241 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.066 | $6.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 23, 2027 (in 332 days) | Oct 7, 2027 | $0.066 | $6.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FAN's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.264 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FAN do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 4,546 | $98,091 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 22,728 | $490,455 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 45,455 | $980,909 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.22%. $10,000 in FAN would currently pay about $122 a year ($10 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FAN distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | — | $0.066 | -24.1% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.087 | +58.2% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | — | $0.055 | -40.9% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | — | $0.093 | -13.1% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.107 | +409.5% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | — | $0.021 | -16.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.025 | -46.8% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | — | $0.047 | -63.0% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | — | $0.127 | +388.5% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | — | $0.026 | -31.6% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | — | $0.038 | -51.9% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | — | $0.079 | -36.8% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | — | $0.125 | +204.9% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | — | $0.041 | -6.8% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | — | $0.044 | -49.4% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | — | $0.087 | -9.4% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | — | $0.096 | +190.9% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | — | $0.033 | -41.1% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | — | $0.056 | -60.8% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | — | $0.143 | +26.5% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | — | $0.113 | +117.3% |
| Mar 25, 2021 | — | $0.052 | +92.6% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | — | $0.027 | -20.6% |
| Sep 24, 2020 | — | $0.034 | -63.4% |
| Jun 25, 2020 | — | $0.093 | +132.5% |
| Mar 26, 2020 | — | $0.04 | -61.2% |
| Dec 13, 2019 | — | $0.103 | +80.7% |
| Sep 25, 2019 | — | $0.057 | -44.1% |
| Jun 14, 2019 | — | $0.102 | +10.9% |
| Mar 21, 2019 | — | $0.092 | +61.4% |
| Dec 18, 2018 | — | $0.057 | -9.5% |
| Sep 14, 2018 | — | $0.063 | -57.1% |
| Jun 21, 2018 | — | $0.147 | +267.5% |
| Mar 22, 2018 | — | $0.04 | -27.3% |
| Sep 21, 2017 | — | $0.055 | -77.2% |
| Jun 22, 2017 | — | $0.241 | +412.8% |
| Mar 23, 2017 | — | $0.047 | -2.1% |
| Dec 21, 2016 | — | $0.559 Special | — |
| Sep 21, 2016 | — | $0.048 | -4.0% |
| Jun 22, 2016 | — | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Mar 23, 2016 | — | $0.05 | -25.4% |
| Dec 23, 2015 | — | $0.067 | +76.3% |
| Sep 23, 2015 | — | $0.038 | -73.6% |
| Jun 24, 2015 | — | $0.144 | +657.9% |
| Mar 25, 2015 | — | $0.019 | -32.1% |
| Dec 23, 2014 | — | $0.146 Special | — |
| Sep 23, 2014 | — | $0.028 | -55.6% |
| Jun 24, 2014 | — | $0.063 | +125.0% |
| Mar 25, 2014 | — | $0.028 | +47.4% |
| Dec 18, 2013 | — | $0.019 | +11.8% |
| Sep 20, 2013 | — | $0.017 | -57.5% |
| Jun 21, 2013 | — | $0.04 | +700.0% |
| Mar 21, 2013 | — | $0.005 | -80.0% |
| Dec 21, 2012 | — | $0.025 | -71.6% |
| Sep 21, 2012 | — | $0.088 | +51.7% |
| Jun 21, 2011 | — | $0.058 | -37.0% |
| Jun 22, 2010 | — | $0.092 | +67.3% |
| Dec 22, 2009 | — | $0.267 Special | — |
| Jun 23, 2009 | — | $0.055 | +34.1% |
| Dec 23, 2008 | — | $0.041 | — |
Payout risk check
FAN's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 48/100).
Its share price moved +12.3% 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 First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the common stocks and depositary receipts that comprise the index. The index provides a benchmark for investors interested in tracking public companies throughout the world that are active in the wind energy industry. In order to be eligible for inclusion in the index, a security must be issued by a company that is actively engaged in some aspect of the wind energy industry. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Miscellaneous Sector. First distribution on our records: Dec 23, 2008. 60 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FAN distribution FAQ
When is FAN's next ex-distribution date?
FAN's next ex-distribution date is Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.066 per share, expected on Jan 7, 2027.
How often does FAN pay distributions?
FAN pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.066 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is FAN's distribution yield?
FAN's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.96%, based on $0.208 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $21.58. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.264 per share, is 1.22%.
How much does FAN pay per share?
FAN pays about $0.066 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.264 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $26.40 a year.
Has FAN grown or cut its distribution?
FAN has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 9.1% a year (-15.4% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FAN do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.22%, you would need about 4,546 shares of FAN (roughly $98,091 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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