FIAX Distribution History & Yield
Nicholas Fixed Income Alternative ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 17, 2026 (in 8 days) | Oct 1, 2026 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 (in 36 days) | Oct 29, 2026 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 (in 64 days) | Nov 26, 2026 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 (in 92 days) | Dec 24, 2026 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 (in 120 days) | Jan 21, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 (in 148 days) | Feb 18, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 (in 176 days) | Mar 18, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 204 days) | Apr 15, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 (in 260 days) | Jun 10, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 22, 2027 (in 316 days) | Aug 5, 2027 | $0.119 | $11.90 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FIAX's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.547 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FIAX do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 841 | $14,513 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,202 | $72,563 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 8,404 | $145,126 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 8.27%. $10,000 in FIAX would currently pay about $827 a year ($69 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FIAX distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | — | $0.117 | +0.0% |
| Jul 16, 2026 | — | $0.117 | -0.8% |
| Jun 18, 2026 | — | $0.118 | +0.9% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.117 | -0.8% |
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | $0.118 | +0.9% |
| Mar 19, 2026 | — | $0.117 | -2.5% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | — | $0.12 | -0.8% |
| Jan 15, 2026 | — | $0.121 | +0.0% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.121 | +0.8% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | — | $0.12 | -0.8% |
| Oct 16, 2025 | — | $0.121 | +0.0% |
| Sep 18, 2025 | — | $0.121 | -0.8% |
| Aug 14, 2025 | — | $0.122 | +0.0% |
| Jul 17, 2025 | — | $0.122 | +0.0% |
| Jun 18, 2025 | — | $0.122 | +0.0% |
| May 15, 2025 | — | $0.122 | +1.7% |
| Apr 16, 2025 | — | $0.12 | -3.2% |
| Mar 20, 2025 | — | $0.124 | -3.1% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | $0.128 | +1.6% |
| Jan 16, 2025 | — | $0.126 | -44.5% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.227 | +74.6% |
| Nov 18, 2024 | — | $0.13 | -1.5% |
| Oct 16, 2024 | — | $0.132 | +0.0% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | — | $0.132 | +14.8% |
Payout risk check
FIAX's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -5.1% 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 Nicholas Fixed Income Alternative ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, in U.S. Treasury fixed income securities. The fund typically writes index put options and call options with weekly, monthly, and quarterly expirations. The fund will generally have up to ten credit spreads at any given time, with up to 20% exposure to a single ETF or index credit spread (measured at the time of purchase). It is non-diversified.
Fund family: Nicholas Wealth Management. Category: Nontraditional Bond. First distribution on our records: Jan 17, 2023. 44 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FIAX distribution FAQ
When is FIAX's next ex-distribution date?
FIAX's next ex-distribution date is Sep 17, 2026 (in 8 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.119 per share, expected on Oct 1, 2026.
How often does FIAX pay distributions?
FIAX pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.117 per share with an ex-date of Aug 20, 2026.
What is FIAX's distribution yield?
FIAX's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 8.27%, based on $1.428 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $17.27. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.428 per share, is 8.27%.
How much does FIAX pay per share?
FIAX pays about $0.119 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.428 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $142.80 a year.
Has FIAX grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, FIAX'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 FIAX do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 8.27%, you would need about 841 shares of FIAX (roughly $14,513 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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