FV Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Dorsey Wright Focus 5 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 | $0.076 | $7.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 106 days) | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.076 | $7.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.076 | $7.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.076 | $7.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FV's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.304 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FV do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 3,948 | $289,934 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 19,737 | $1,449,671 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 39,474 | $2,899,342 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.41%. $10,000 in FV would currently pay about $41 a year ($3 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FV distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.076 | +49.0% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.051 | -62.5% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.136 | +34.7% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.101 | +5.2% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.096 | +54.8% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.062 | +59.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.039 | +95.0% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.02 | +17.6% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $0.017 | +142.9% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $0.007 | -85.1% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | Dec 29, 2023 | $0.047 | +370.0% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Sep 29, 2023 | $0.01 | -77.8% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | $0.045 | -68.5% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | $0.143 | -38.6% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | Dec 30, 2022 | $0.233 | +54.3% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | $0.151 | -12.7% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | $0.173 | +103.5% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $0.085 | +157.6% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 | $0.033 | +65.0% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | $0.02 | -20.0% |
| Mar 26, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | $0.025 | -69.9% |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Dec 31, 2019 | $0.083 | +12.2% |
| Sep 25, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | $0.074 | +722.2% |
| Jun 14, 2019 | Jun 28, 2019 | $0.009 | -25.0% |
Payout risk check
FV's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 29/100).
Its share price moved +19.5% 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 Dorsey Wright Focus 5 ETF
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") that comprise the index. The index is designed to provide targeted exposure to the five First Trust sector-based ETFs that the index provider believes offer the greatest potential to outperform the other ETFs in the selection universe and that satisfy certain trading volume and liquidity requirements.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Mid-Cap Blend. First distribution on our records: Sep 23, 2014. 40 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FV distribution FAQ
When is FV's next ex-distribution date?
FV'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 $0.076 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does FV pay distributions?
FV pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.076 per share with an ex-date of Jun 25, 2026.
What is FV's distribution yield?
FV's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.50%, based on $0.364 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $73.45. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.304 per share, is 0.41%.
How much does FV pay per share?
FV pays about $0.076 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.304 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $30.40 a year.
Has FV grown or cut its distribution?
FV has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 3 years the regular payout changed -14.0% a year. There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FV do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.41%, you would need about 3,948 shares of FV (roughly $289,934 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.
Similar funds
| Symbol | Type | Price | TTM yield | Annual / share | Frequency | Next ex-date | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VOVanguard Morningstar Mid-Cap ETF | ETF | $81.36 | 1.31% | $1.02 | Quarterly | Sep 25 Est. | |
| IJHiShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF | ETF | $74.67 | 1.19% | $0.756 | Quarterly | Sep 14 Est. | |
| VXFVanguard Extended Market Index Fund ETF Shares | ETF | $242.66 | 1.01% | $2.22 | Quarterly | Sep 23 Est. | |
| IWRiShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF | ETF | $111.83 | 1.13% | $1.156 | Quarterly | Sep 14 Est. | |
| MDYState Street SPDR S&P MIDCAP 400 ETF Trust | ETF | $691.52 | 1.02% | $6.808 | Quarterly | Sep 17 Est. | |
| SPMDState Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 400 Mid Cap ETF | ETF | $65.43 | 1.24% | $0.848 | Quarterly | Sep 21 Est. | |
| SCHMSchwab U.S. Mid-Cap ETF | ETF | $35.83 | 1.23% | $0.428 | Quarterly | Sep 23 Est. | |
| FMDEFidelity Enhanced Mid Cap Core ETF | ETF | $42.13 | 1.04% | $0.416 | Quarterly | Sep 17 Est. |