FTSM Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Sep 29, 2027 | $0.2032 | $20.32 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FTSM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.6412 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FTSM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 493 | $29,360 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,462 | $146,801 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,923 | $293,601 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.09%. $10,000 in FTSM would currently pay about $409 a year ($34 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FTSM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Oct 2, 2026 | $0.205 | +0.5% |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Sep 2, 2026 | $0.204 | -1.0% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Aug 4, 2026 | $0.206 | +1.5% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Jul 2, 2026 | $0.203 | -1.0% |
| May 29, 2026 | Jun 2, 2026 | $0.205 | +2.0% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | $0.201 | -3.4% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 | $0.208 | +8.9% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 3, 2026 | $0.191 | -6.8% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Feb 3, 2026 | $0.205 | +2.5% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.20 | +0.0% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | Dec 2, 2025 | $0.20 | -4.8% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 | $0.21 | -1.4% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Oct 2, 2025 | $0.213 | -3.2% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Sep 3, 2025 | $0.22 | +0.9% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | Aug 4, 2025 | $0.218 | +1.4% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 | $0.215 | -5.7% |
| May 30, 2025 | Jun 3, 2025 | $0.228 | +7.0% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | May 2, 2025 | $0.213 | -4.1% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | Apr 2, 2025 | $0.222 | +9.4% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Mar 4, 2025 | $0.203 | -10.2% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Feb 4, 2025 | $0.226 | -3.0% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.233 | +1.3% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | Dec 3, 2024 | $0.23 | -4.6% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Nov 4, 2024 | $0.241 | -2.4% |
Payout risk check
FTSM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -0.4% 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 Enhanced Short Maturity ETF
Under normal market conditions, the Advisor intends to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets in a portfolio of U.S. dollar-denominated fixed- and variable-rate debt securities. Normally the fund's portfolio is expected to have an average duration of less than one year and an average maturity of less than three years.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Ultrashort Bond. First distribution on our records: Aug 21, 2014. 146 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FTSM distribution FAQ
When is FTSM's next ex-distribution date?
FTSM's next ex-distribution date is Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 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 Nov 3, 2026.
How often does FTSM pay distributions?
FTSM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.205 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is FTSM's distribution yield?
FTSM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.09%, based on $2.438 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $59.65. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.438 per share, is 4.09%.
How much does FTSM pay per share?
FTSM 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 FTSM grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, FTSM'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 FTSM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.09%, you would need about 493 shares of FTSM (roughly $29,360 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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