FTDS Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days) | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.309 | $30.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 150 days) | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.309 | $30.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 241 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.309 | $30.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 23, 2027 (in 332 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.309 | $30.90 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FTDS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.236 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FTDS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 971 | $64,147 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,855 | $320,733 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 9,709 | $641,465 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.87%. $10,000 in FTDS would currently pay about $187 a year ($16 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FTDS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | $0.309 | +60.1% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.193 | -37.9% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.311 | +25.4% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.248 | +6.4% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.233 | +16.5% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.20 | -8.7% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.219 | -36.2% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.343 | +46.0% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.235 | -12.0% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $0.267 | +37.6% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $0.194 | -48.5% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | Dec 29, 2023 | $0.377 | +173.2% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Sep 29, 2023 | $0.138 | -48.7% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | $0.269 | +24.5% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | $0.216 | -43.2% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | Dec 30, 2022 | $0.38 | +66.7% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | $0.228 | -1.7% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | $0.232 | +62.2% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $0.143 | +62.5% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 | $0.088 | -12.9% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | $0.101 | +11.0% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | $0.091 | +11.0% |
| Mar 25, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | $0.082 | -28.7% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | Dec 31, 2020 | $0.115 | +53.3% |
Payout risk check
FTDS's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 78/100).
Its share price moved +18.9% 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 First Trust Dividend Strength ETF
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks and real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) that comprise the index. The index is designed to provide exposure to well-capitalized companies with a history of increasing their dividends. The term “well-capitalized” reflects companies that have strong balance sheets with durable cash flow and a record of profitability.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Mid-Cap Value. First distribution on our records: Dec 21, 2007. 61 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FTDS distribution FAQ
When is FTDS's next ex-distribution date?
FTDS's next ex-distribution date is Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.309 per share, expected on Dec 29, 2026.
How often does FTDS pay distributions?
FTDS pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.309 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is FTDS's distribution yield?
FTDS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.61%, based on $1.061 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $66.07. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.236 per share, is 1.87%.
How much does FTDS pay per share?
FTDS pays about $0.309 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $1.236 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $123.60 a year.
Has FTDS grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 22.2% a year (+6.6% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, FTDS'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 FTDS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.87%, you would need about 971 shares of FTDS (roughly $64,147 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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