FTBD Distribution History & Yield
Fidelity Tactical Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 27, 2026 (in 18 days) | Oct 11, 2026 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 (in 48 days) | Nov 10, 2026 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 (in 78 days) | Dec 10, 2026 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sat, Dec 26, 2026 (in 108 days) | Jan 9, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 25, 2027 (in 138 days) | Feb 8, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 24, 2027 (in 168 days) | Mar 10, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 (in 198 days) | Apr 9, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sun, Apr 25, 2027 (in 228 days) | May 9, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 (in 258 days) | Jun 8, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jul 24, 2027 (in 318 days) | Aug 7, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 23, 2027 (in 348 days) | Sep 6, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FTBD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.438 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FTBD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 493 | $23,778 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,462 | $118,890 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,923 | $237,780 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.05%. $10,000 in FTBD would currently pay about $505 a year ($42 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FTBD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | — | $0.188 | -4.6% |
| Jul 30, 2026 | — | $0.197 | -1.0% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.199 | +3.6% |
| May 28, 2026 | — | $0.192 | -5.4% |
| Apr 29, 2026 | — | $0.203 | +0.5% |
| Mar 30, 2026 | — | $0.202 | +23.9% |
| Feb 26, 2026 | — | $0.163 | +7.2% |
| Jan 29, 2026 | — | $0.152 | -62.8% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.409 | +167.3% |
| Nov 26, 2025 | — | $0.153 | -21.9% |
| Oct 30, 2025 | — | $0.196 | +6.5% |
| Sep 29, 2025 | — | $0.184 | -12.0% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | — | $0.209 | -6.3% |
| Jul 30, 2025 | — | $0.223 | +19.9% |
| Jun 27, 2025 | — | $0.186 | -8.4% |
| May 29, 2025 | — | $0.203 | -5.6% |
| Apr 29, 2025 | — | $0.215 | +16.8% |
| Mar 28, 2025 | — | $0.184 | -3.2% |
| Feb 27, 2025 | — | $0.19 | +33.8% |
| Jan 30, 2025 | — | $0.142 | -49.5% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.281 | +54.4% |
| Nov 27, 2024 | — | $0.182 | +10.3% |
| Oct 30, 2024 | — | $0.165 | +5.1% |
| Sep 27, 2024 | — | $0.157 | -3.1% |
Payout risk check
FTBD's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 68/100).
Its share price moved -2.3% 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 Tactical Bond ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of assets in debt securities of all types and repurchase agreements for those securities. The advisor allocates assets across the full spectrum of the debt market, including investment-grade, high yield and emerging markets debt securities across different maturities. The fund invests in both U.S. dollar-denominated and non-U.S. dollar-denominated securities, and generally hedging the fund's foreign currency exposures utilizing forward foreign currency exchange contracts.
Fund family: Fidelity Investments. Category: Multisector Bond. First distribution on our records: Feb 24, 2023. 43 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FTBD distribution FAQ
When is FTBD's next ex-distribution date?
FTBD's next ex-distribution date is Sep 27, 2026 (in 18 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2032 per share, expected on Oct 11, 2026.
How often does FTBD pay distributions?
FTBD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.188 per share with an ex-date of Aug 28, 2026.
What is FTBD's distribution yield?
FTBD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.05%, based on $2.438 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $48.31. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.438 per share, is 5.05%.
How much does FTBD pay per share?
FTBD pays about $0.2032 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.438 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $243.80 a year.
Has FTBD grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, FTBD'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 FTBD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.05%, you would need about 493 shares of FTBD (roughly $23,778 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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