FXN Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Energy AlphaDEX Fund · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days) | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.161 | $16.10 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 150 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.161 | $16.10 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 241 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.161 | $16.10 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 23, 2027 (in 332 days) | Oct 7, 2027 | $0.161 | $16.10 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FXN's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.644 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FXN do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,864 | $45,149 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 9,317 | $225,745 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 18,634 | $451,491 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.66%. $10,000 in FXN would currently pay about $266 a year ($22 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FXN distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | — | $0.161 | +159.7% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.062 | -26.2% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.084 | -26.3% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | — | $0.114 | +15.2% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +3.1% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.096 | -11.9% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | — | $0.109 | +18.5% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.092 | -41.4% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | — | $0.157 | +98.7% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | — | $0.079 | -2.5% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | — | $0.081 | -25.0% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | — | $0.108 | +52.1% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | — | $0.071 | -27.6% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | — | $0.098 | -59.0% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | — | $0.239 | +91.2% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | — | $0.125 | +21.4% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | — | $0.103 | -8.8% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | — | $0.113 | +135.4% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | — | $0.048 | -23.8% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | — | $0.063 | +70.3% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | — | $0.037 | +640.0% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | — | $0.005 | -92.3% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | — | $0.065 | +983.3% |
| Sep 24, 2020 | — | $0.259 Special | — |
Payout risk check
FXN's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 72/100).
Its share price moved +48.7% 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 Energy AlphaDEX Fund
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the securities that comprise the index. The index is a modified equal-dollar weighted index to objectively identify and select stocks from the Russell 1000® Index in the energy sector that may generate positive alpha relative to traditional passive-style indices through the use of the AlphaDEX® selection methodology.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Equity Energy. First distribution on our records: Dec 21, 2007. 64 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FXN distribution FAQ
When is FXN's next ex-distribution date?
FXN'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 $0.161 per share, expected on Jan 7, 2027.
How often does FXN pay distributions?
FXN pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.161 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is FXN's distribution yield?
FXN's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.74%, based on $0.421 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.23. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.644 per share, is 2.66%.
How much does FXN pay per share?
FXN pays about $0.161 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.644 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $64.40 a year.
Has FXN grown or cut its distribution?
FXN has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 31.5% a year (+6.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FXN do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.66%, you would need about 1,864 shares of FXN (roughly $45,149 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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