FGSI Distribution History & Yield
FT Vest Growth Strength & Target Income ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 (in 29 days) | Dec 1, 2026 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 (in 59 days) | Dec 31, 2026 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 22, 2027 (in 89 days) | Jan 30, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 21, 2027 (in 119 days) | Mar 1, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 (in 149 days) | Mar 31, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 (in 179 days) | Apr 30, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 (in 209 days) | May 30, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 (in 239 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 21, 2027 (in 269 days) | Jul 29, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 20, 2027 (in 299 days) | Aug 28, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 19, 2027 (in 329 days) | Sep 27, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 19, 2027 (in 359 days) | Oct 27, 2027 | $0.1415 | $14.15 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FGSI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.698 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 15 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FGSI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 707 | $14,465 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,534 | $72,326 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,068 | $144,653 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 8.30%. $10,000 in FGSI would currently pay about $830 a year ($69 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FGSI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | $0.142 | -3.4% |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.147 | +2.8% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.143 | +2.1% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.14 | +0.7% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.139 | -1.4% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.141 | +2.9% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.137 | -2.1% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.14 | -2.8% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.144 | +1.4% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.142 | +2.9% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.138 | -4.8% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.145 | -1.4% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.147 | +2.1% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.144 | +12.5% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.128 | — |
Payout risk check
FGSI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -1.9% 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 FT Vest Growth Strength & Target Income ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund will pursue its investment objectives by investing primarily in U.S. exchange-traded equity securities intended to track index and by utilizing an “option strategy” consisting of writing (selling) U.S. exchange-traded call options on the S&P 500® Index, or exchange-traded funds that track the S&P 500® Index (the "Underlying ETFs"). It is non-diversified.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Derivative Income. First distribution on our records: Jul 22, 2025. 15 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FGSI distribution FAQ
When is FGSI's next ex-distribution date?
FGSI's next ex-distribution date is Nov 23, 2026 (in 29 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1415 per share, expected on Dec 1, 2026.
How often does FGSI pay distributions?
FGSI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.142 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is FGSI's distribution yield?
FGSI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.59%, based on $1.553 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $20.47. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.698 per share, is 8.30%.
How much does FGSI pay per share?
FGSI pays about $0.1415 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.698 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $169.80 a year.
Has FGSI grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, FGSI'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 FGSI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 8.30%, you would need about 707 shares of FGSI (roughly $14,465 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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