FCVT Distribution History & Yield
First Trust SSI Strategic Convertible Securities ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 (in 26 days) | Nov 28, 2026 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 20, 2026 (in 56 days) | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 (in 86 days) | Jan 27, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 (in 116 days) | Feb 26, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Sat, Mar 20, 2027 (in 146 days) | Mar 28, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 (in 176 days) | Apr 27, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 (in 206 days) | May 27, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (in 236 days) | Jun 26, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 18, 2027 (in 266 days) | Jul 26, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 17, 2027 (in 296 days) | Aug 25, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 16, 2027 (in 326 days) | Sep 24, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 16, 2027 (in 356 days) | Oct 24, 2027 | $0.0454 | $4.54 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FCVT's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.545 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FCVT do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,202 | $98,884 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 11,010 | $494,422 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 22,019 | $988,844 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.21%. $10,000 in FCVT would currently pay about $121 a year ($10 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FCVT distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | Oct 30, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.045 | +0.0% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.045 | -10.0% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.05 | -33.3% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.075 | -21.1% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.095 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | $0.095 | +11.8% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.085 | +0.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.085 | +112.5% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.04 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | $0.04 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
FCVT's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved +5.0% 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 SSI Strategic Convertible Securities ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in a portfolio of U.S. and non-U.S. convertible securities. In general, convertible securities combine the investment characteristics of bonds and common stocks and typically consist of debt securities or preferred securities that may be converted or exchanged within a specified period of time into a certain amount of common stock or other equity security of the same or a different issuer.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Convertibles. First distribution on our records: Dec 23, 2015. 131 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FCVT distribution FAQ
When is FCVT's next ex-distribution date?
FCVT's next ex-distribution date is Nov 20, 2026 (in 26 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0454 per share, expected on Nov 28, 2026.
How often does FCVT pay distributions?
FCVT pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.045 per share with an ex-date of Oct 21, 2026.
What is FCVT's distribution yield?
FCVT's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.21%, based on $0.545 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $44.91. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.545 per share, is 1.21%.
How much does FCVT pay per share?
FCVT pays about $0.0454 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.545 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $54.50 a year.
Has FCVT grown or cut its distribution?
FCVT has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 2.2% a year (-34.7% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FCVT do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.21%, you would need about 2,202 shares of FCVT (roughly $98,884 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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