FTXR Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 (in 15 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.127 | $12.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 106 days) | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.127 | $12.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.127 | $12.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.127 | $12.70 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FTXR's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.508 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 38 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FTXR do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,363 | $103,644 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 11,812 | $518,220 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 23,623 | $1,036,441 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.16%. $10,000 in FTXR would currently pay about $116 a year ($10 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FTXR distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.127 | +273.5% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.034 | -79.9% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.169 | +59.4% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.106 | -45.9% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.196 | +67.5% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.117 | -8.6% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.399 Special | — |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.128 | +43.8% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $0.089 | -22.6% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $0.115 | -5.0% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | Dec 29, 2023 | $0.121 | +68.1% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Sep 29, 2023 | $0.072 | -32.1% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | $0.106 | -30.3% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | $0.152 | -9.0% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | Dec 30, 2022 | $0.167 | +74.0% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | $0.096 | -31.9% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | $0.141 | -28.1% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $0.196 | +168.5% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 | $0.073 | -11.0% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | $0.082 | +5.1% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | $0.078 | +85.7% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | Dec 31, 2020 | $0.042 | +20900.0% |
| Sep 24, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | $0.0002 | -98.7% |
| Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | $0.015 | -55.9% |
| Mar 26, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | $0.034 | -60.5% |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Dec 31, 2019 | $0.086 | -47.9% |
| Sep 25, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | $0.165 | +931.2% |
| Jun 14, 2019 | Jun 28, 2019 | $0.016 | -74.2% |
| Mar 21, 2019 | Mar 29, 2019 | $0.062 | -44.6% |
| Dec 18, 2018 | Dec 31, 2018 | $0.112 | +69.7% |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Sep 28, 2018 | $0.066 | -23.3% |
| Jun 21, 2018 | Jun 29, 2018 | $0.086 | -23.9% |
| Mar 22, 2018 | Mar 29, 2018 | $0.113 | +63.8% |
| Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 29, 2017 | $0.069 | +6.2% |
| Sep 21, 2017 | Sep 29, 2017 | $0.065 | -19.8% |
| Jun 22, 2017 | Jun 30, 2017 | $0.081 | -12.0% |
| Mar 23, 2017 | Mar 31, 2017 | $0.092 | +70.4% |
| Dec 21, 2016 | Dec 30, 2016 | $0.054 | — |
Payout risk check
FTXR's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 65/100).
Its share price moved +26.5% 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 Nasdaq Transportation ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the securities that comprise the index. The index is designed to provide exposure to the top 30 to 50 factor-ranked securities from U.S. transportation companies. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Industrials. First distribution on our records: Dec 21, 2016. 38 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FTXR distribution FAQ
When is FTXR's next ex-distribution date?
FTXR's next ex-distribution date is Sep 24, 2026 (in 15 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.127 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does FTXR pay distributions?
FTXR pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.127 per share with an ex-date of Jun 25, 2026.
What is FTXR's distribution yield?
FTXR's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.99%, based on $0.436 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $43.88. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.508 per share, is 1.16%.
How much does FTXR pay per share?
FTXR pays about $0.127 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.508 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $50.80 a year.
Has FTXR grown or cut its distribution?
FTXR has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 29.4% a year (-1.1% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FTXR do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.16%, you would need about 2,363 shares of FTXR (roughly $103,644 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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