FTSD Distribution History & Yield
Franklin Short Duration U.S. Government ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.329 | $32.90 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FTSD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.277 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FTSD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 304 | $27,055 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,520 | $135,274 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,040 | $270,547 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.44%. $10,000 in FTSD would currently pay about $444 a year ($37 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FTSD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.33 | +11.1% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.297 | -11.9% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.337 | +10.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.304 | -6.2% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.324 | -4.4% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.339 | +4.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.326 | +9.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.299 | -1.3% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.303 | -26.5% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | — | $0.412 | +42.1% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.29 | -25.1% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.387 | +12.5% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.344 | +4.2% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.33 | -14.3% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.385 | +19.2% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.323 | -7.4% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.349 | -4.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.367 | +7.3% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.342 | +9.6% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.312 | -24.1% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.411 | +14.5% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.359 | +21.7% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.295 | -24.7% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.392 | +11.4% |
Payout risk check
FTSD's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 89/100).
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 Franklin Short Duration U.S. Government ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies, or instrumentalities. To pursue its investment goal, it may invest in certain interest rate-related derivative transactions, principally U.S. Treasury futures contracts and options on interest rate/bond futures.
Fund family: Franklin Templeton, Inc. Category: Short Government. First distribution on our records: Nov 29, 2013. 150 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FTSD distribution FAQ
When is FTSD's next ex-distribution date?
FTSD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.329 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does FTSD pay distributions?
FTSD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.33 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is FTSD's distribution yield?
FTSD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.44%, based on $3.948 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $89.01. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.948 per share, is 4.44%.
How much does FTSD pay per share?
FTSD pays about $0.329 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.948 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $394.80 a year.
Has FTSD grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, FTSD'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 FTSD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.44%, you would need about 304 shares of FTSD (roughly $27,055 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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