GAL Distribution History & Yield
State Street Global Allocation ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 (in 15 days) | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.447 | $44.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 106 days) | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.447 | $44.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.447 | $44.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.447 | $44.70 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from GAL's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.788 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much GAL do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 672 | $36,275 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,356 | $181,376 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,712 | $362,752 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.31%. $10,000 in GAL would currently pay about $331 a year ($28 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
GAL distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.447 | +223.9% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.138 | -83.4% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.829 | +194.0% |
| Sep 24, 2025 | — | $0.282 | -34.0% |
| Jun 25, 2025 | — | $0.427 | +138.5% |
| Mar 26, 2025 | — | $0.179 | -61.7% |
| Dec 26, 2024 | — | $0.467 | +100.4% |
| Sep 24, 2024 | — | $0.233 | -51.3% |
| Jun 25, 2024 | — | $0.478 | +227.4% |
| Mar 19, 2024 | — | $0.146 | +2.8% |
| Dec 19, 2023 | — | $0.142 | -63.8% |
| Sep 19, 2023 | — | $0.392 | -1.0% |
| Jun 20, 2023 | — | $0.396 | +202.3% |
| Mar 21, 2023 | — | $0.131 | -69.8% |
| Dec 20, 2022 | — | $1.398 Special | — |
| Sep 20, 2022 | — | $0.434 | +12.7% |
| Jun 21, 2022 | — | $0.385 | +253.2% |
| Mar 22, 2022 | — | $0.109 | -32.3% |
| Dec 28, 2021 | — | $1.313 Special | — |
| Sep 21, 2021 | — | $0.161 | -48.7% |
| Jun 22, 2021 | — | $0.314 | +297.5% |
| Mar 23, 2021 | — | $0.079 | -78.2% |
| Dec 29, 2020 | — | $0.363 | +137.3% |
| Sep 22, 2020 | — | $0.153 | -41.2% |
Payout risk check
GAL's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 44/100).
Its share price moved +12.1% 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 State Street Global Allocation ETF
The Adviser primarily invests the assets of the fund among exchange traded products ("ETPs") that provide balanced exposure to domestic and international debt and equity securities. The fund typically allocates approximately 60% of its assets to equity securities, though this percentage can vary based on the Adviser's tactical decisions.
Fund family: State Street Investment Management. Category: Global Moderate Allocation. First distribution on our records: Jun 29, 2012. 57 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
GAL distribution FAQ
When is GAL's next ex-distribution date?
GAL'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 $0.447 per share, expected on Oct 8, 2026.
How often does GAL pay distributions?
GAL pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.447 per share with an ex-date of Jun 25, 2026.
What is GAL's distribution yield?
GAL's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.14%, based on $1.696 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $54.05. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.788 per share, is 3.31%.
How much does GAL pay per share?
GAL pays about $0.447 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $1.788 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $178.80 a year.
Has GAL grown or cut its distribution?
GAL has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 13.3% a year (+29.9% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of GAL do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.31%, you would need about 672 shares of GAL (roughly $36,275 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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