HISF Distribution History & Yield
First Trust High Income Strategic Focus ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 20, 2026 (in 11 days) | Sep 28, 2026 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 (in 41 days) | Oct 28, 2026 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 (in 71 days) | Nov 27, 2026 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Sat, Dec 19, 2026 (in 101 days) | Dec 27, 2026 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 (in 131 days) | Jan 26, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 17, 2027 (in 161 days) | Feb 25, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 19, 2027 (in 191 days) | Mar 27, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Sun, Apr 18, 2027 (in 221 days) | Apr 26, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 (in 251 days) | May 26, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 17, 2027 (in 281 days) | Jun 25, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jul 17, 2027 (in 311 days) | Jul 25, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 16, 2027 (in 341 days) | Aug 24, 2027 | $0.1872 | $18.72 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HISF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.246 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HISF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 535 | $23,370 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,672 | $116,848 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,343 | $233,695 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.13%. $10,000 in HISF would currently pay about $513 a year ($43 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HISF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.182 | -2.2% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.186 | +0.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.186 | -2.1% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.19 | +0.0% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.19 | -1.6% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.193 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.193 | +2.7% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.188 | -2.1% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.192 | +4.3% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.184 | +2.2% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.18 | -1.1% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.182 | +2.2% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.178 | +1.7% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.175 | +1.7% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.172 | +3.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.167 | -1.2% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | $0.169 | -2.9% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | $0.174 | -1.7% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.177 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
HISF's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -2.5% 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 High Income Strategic Focus ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objectives by investing in a portfolio of U.S.-listed ETFs that is designed to follow the High Income Model developed by the advisor. The fund, through its investments in the underlying ETFs comprising the High Income Model, seeks to provide investors with a diversified income stream by holding a blend of fixed income assets that are actively managed to seek levels of high income and total return.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Multisector Bond. First distribution on our records: Sep 23, 2014. 144 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HISF distribution FAQ
When is HISF's next ex-distribution date?
HISF's next ex-distribution date is Sep 20, 2026 (in 11 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1872 per share, expected on Sep 28, 2026.
How often does HISF pay distributions?
HISF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.182 per share with an ex-date of Aug 21, 2026.
What is HISF's distribution yield?
HISF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.13%, based on $2.246 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $43.74. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.246 per share, is 5.13%.
How much does HISF pay per share?
HISF pays about $0.1872 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.246 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $224.60 a year.
Has HISF grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, HISF's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of HISF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.13%, you would need about 535 shares of HISF (roughly $23,370 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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