FPFD Distribution History & Yield
Fidelity Preferred Securities & Income ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 (in 4 days) | Nov 12, 2026 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 28, 2026 (in 34 days) | Dec 12, 2026 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 (in 64 days) | Jan 11, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jan 27, 2027 (in 94 days) | Feb 10, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 (in 124 days) | Mar 12, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Sun, Mar 28, 2027 (in 154 days) | Apr 11, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 (in 184 days) | May 11, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 (in 214 days) | Jun 10, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jun 26, 2027 (in 244 days) | Jul 10, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 26, 2027 (in 274 days) | Aug 9, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Wed, Aug 25, 2027 (in 304 days) | Sep 8, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
| Fri, Sep 24, 2027 (in 334 days) | Oct 8, 2027 | $0.0962 | $9.62 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FPFD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.2502 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FPFD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,040 | $21,302 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,200 | $106,508 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,399 | $213,016 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.63%. $10,000 in FPFD would currently pay about $563 a year ($47 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FPFD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | — | $0.116 | +36.5% |
| Aug 28, 2026 | — | $0.085 | +3.7% |
| Jul 30, 2026 | — | $0.082 | -33.9% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.124 | +65.3% |
| May 28, 2026 | — | $0.075 | -34.2% |
| Apr 29, 2026 | — | $0.114 | +17.5% |
| Mar 30, 2026 | — | $0.097 | +24.4% |
| Feb 26, 2026 | — | $0.078 | -2.5% |
| Jan 29, 2026 | — | $0.08 | -37.5% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.128 | +52.4% |
| Nov 26, 2025 | — | $0.084 | -7.7% |
| Oct 30, 2025 | — | $0.091 | +9.6% |
| Sep 29, 2025 | — | $0.083 | -1.2% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | — | $0.084 | -11.6% |
| Jul 30, 2025 | — | $0.095 | -4.0% |
| Jun 27, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +20.7% |
| May 29, 2025 | — | $0.082 | -10.9% |
| Apr 29, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +0.0% |
| Mar 28, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +12.2% |
| Feb 27, 2025 | — | $0.082 | -5.7% |
| Jan 30, 2025 | — | $0.087 | -31.5% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.127 | +67.1% |
| Nov 27, 2024 | — | $0.076 | -5.0% |
| Oct 30, 2024 | — | $0.08 | -9.1% |
Payout risk check
FPFD's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 81/100).
Its share price moved -7.2% 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 Fidelity Preferred Securities & Income ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's assets in preferred securities and other income-producing securities. It normally invests in all types of preferred securities and other income-producing securities such as contingent convertible securities and corporate hybrid securities. The fund primarily invests in securities rated at least BB by S&P, Ba by Moodys, comparably rated by at least one nationally recognized credit rating agency, or, if unrated, considered by FMR to be of comparable quality. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: Fidelity Investments. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Jun 28, 2021. 64 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FPFD distribution FAQ
When is FPFD's next ex-distribution date?
FPFD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 29, 2026 (in 4 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0962 per share, expected on Nov 12, 2026.
How often does FPFD pay distributions?
FPFD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.116 per share with an ex-date of Sep 29, 2026.
What is FPFD's distribution yield?
FPFD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.63%, based on $1.154 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $20.49. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.154 per share, is 5.63%.
How much does FPFD pay per share?
FPFD pays about $0.0962 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.154 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $115.40 a year.
Has FPFD grown or cut its distribution?
FPFD has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 3 years the regular payout changed +3.0% a year. There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FPFD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.63%, you would need about 1,040 shares of FPFD (roughly $21,302 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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