FPE Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Preferred Securities and Income ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 (in 26 days) | Dec 4, 2026 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 20, 2026 (in 56 days) | Jan 3, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 (in 86 days) | Feb 2, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 (in 116 days) | Mar 4, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Sat, Mar 20, 2027 (in 146 days) | Apr 3, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 (in 176 days) | May 3, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 (in 206 days) | Jun 2, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (in 236 days) | Jul 2, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 18, 2027 (in 266 days) | Aug 1, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 17, 2027 (in 296 days) | Aug 31, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 16, 2027 (in 326 days) | Sep 30, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 16, 2027 (in 356 days) | Oct 30, 2027 | $0.0902 | $9.03 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FPE's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.083 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FPE do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,109 | $18,715 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,541 | $93,573 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 11,081 | $187,147 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.41%. $10,000 in FPE would currently pay about $641 a year ($53 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FPE distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | — | $0.082 | -18.0% |
| Sep 24, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +12.4% |
| Aug 21, 2026 | — | $0.089 | +9.9% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | — | $0.081 | -17.3% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.098 | +10.1% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.089 | +20.3% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | — | $0.074 | -18.7% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.091 | -2.2% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +36.8% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | — | $0.068 | -44.3% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | — | $0.122 | +27.1% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | — | $0.096 | +31.5% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | — | $0.073 | -14.1% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | — | $0.085 | -14.1% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +28.6% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | — | $0.077 | -8.3% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.084 | -8.7% |
| May 21, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +17.9% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | — | $0.078 | -16.1% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | — | $0.093 | +8.1% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | — | $0.086 | +14.7% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | — | $0.075 | -19.4% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.093 | +3.3% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | — | $0.09 | +25.0% |
Payout risk check
FPE's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 85/100).
Its share price moved -7.4% 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 Preferred Securities and Income ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in preferred securities ("Preferred Securities") and income-producing debt securities ("Income Securities"). The fund invests in securities that are traded over-the-counter or listed on an exchange.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Mar 21, 2013. 161 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FPE distribution FAQ
When is FPE's next ex-distribution date?
FPE'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 $0.0902 per share, expected on Dec 4, 2026.
How often does FPE pay distributions?
FPE pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.082 per share with an ex-date of Oct 21, 2026.
What is FPE's distribution yield?
FPE's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.41%, based on $1.083 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $16.89. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.083 per share, is 6.41%.
How much does FPE pay per share?
FPE pays about $0.0902 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.083 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $108.30 a year.
Has FPE grown or cut its distribution?
FPE has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 3.3% a year (+5.7% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FPE do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.41%, you would need about 1,109 shares of FPE (roughly $18,715 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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