FECM Distribution History & Yield
First Eagle Core Municipal ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 28, 2026 (in 34 days) | Dec 12, 2026 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 27, 2026 (in 63 days) | Jan 10, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 25, 2027 (in 92 days) | Feb 8, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 (in 121 days) | Mar 9, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 24, 2027 (in 150 days) | Apr 7, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 (in 179 days) | May 6, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 (in 208 days) | Jun 4, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jun 19, 2027 (in 237 days) | Jul 3, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 18, 2027 (in 266 days) | Aug 1, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 16, 2027 (in 295 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 14, 2027 (in 324 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.0887 | $8.87 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FECM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.1527 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 3 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FECM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,128 | $27,113 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,640 | $135,564 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 11,279 | $271,128 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.43%. $10,000 in FECM would currently pay about $443 a year ($37 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FECM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.093 | -1.1% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.094 | +19.0% |
| Aug 4, 2026 | — | $0.079 | — |
Payout risk check
FECM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 92/100).
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About First Eagle Core Municipal ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in municipal bonds that pay interest that is exempt from regular federal income tax.
Fund family: First Eagle. Category: Muni National Interm. First distribution on our records: Aug 4, 2026. 3 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FECM distribution FAQ
When is FECM's next ex-distribution date?
FECM'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 $0.0887 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does FECM pay distributions?
FECM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.093 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is FECM's distribution yield?
FECM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.11%, based on $0.266 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.04. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.064 per share, is 4.43%.
How much does FECM pay per share?
FECM pays about $0.0887 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.064 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $106.40 a year.
Has FECM grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, FECM'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 FECM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.43%, you would need about 1,128 shares of FECM (roughly $27,113 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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