GCAL Distribution History & Yield
Goldman Sachs Dynamic California Municipal Income ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.1507 | $15.07 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from GCAL's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.9587 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 26 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much GCAL do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 664 | $32,542 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,319 | $162,711 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,638 | $325,422 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.69%. $10,000 in GCAL would currently pay about $369 a year ($31 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
GCAL distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.136 | -9.3% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.15 | -3.2% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.155 | -4.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.163 | +12.4% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.145 | -4.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.151 | -5.6% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.16 | +11.1% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.144 | -7.1% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.155 | -0.6% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.156 | +11.4% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.14 | -8.5% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.153 | -3.2% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.158 | +13.7% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.139 | +139.7% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.058 | -56.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.133 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.133 | +22.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.109 | -24.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.145 | +43.6% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.101 | -23.5% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.132 | -6.4% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | — | $0.141 | +6.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.132 | +0.8% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.131 | -10.9% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.147 | -5.8% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | — | $0.156 | — |
Payout risk check
GCAL's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved -3.3% 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 Goldman Sachs Dynamic California Municipal Income ETF
The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes in fixed income securities issued by or on behalf of the state of California and its political subdivisions, agencies and instrumentalities and other states, territories and possessions of the United States and the political subdivisions, agencies and instrumentalities thereof, the interest on which is exempt from regular federal income tax and California personal income tax. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Goldman Sachs. Category: Muni California Intermediate. First distribution on our records: Sep 3, 2024. 26 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
GCAL distribution FAQ
When is GCAL's next ex-distribution date?
GCAL's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1507 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does GCAL pay distributions?
GCAL pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.136 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is GCAL's distribution yield?
GCAL's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.69%, based on $1.808 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $49.03. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.808 per share, is 3.69%.
How much does GCAL pay per share?
GCAL pays about $0.1507 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.808 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $180.80 a year.
Has GCAL grown or cut its distribution?
GCAL has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last year the regular payout changed +19.6%.
How many shares of GCAL do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.69%, you would need about 664 shares of GCAL (roughly $32,542 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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