HSMV Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Horizon Managed Volatility Small/Mid ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 59 days) | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 150 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 241 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 23, 2027 (in 332 days) | Oct 7, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HSMV's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.60 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 26 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HSMV do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,000 | $71,874 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 10,000 | $359,370 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 20,000 | $718,740 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.67%. $10,000 in HSMV would currently pay about $167 a year ($14 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HSMV distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | — | $1.05 Special | — |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.15 | +27.1% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.118 | -61.9% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | — | $0.31 | +105.3% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | — | $0.151 | -2.6% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.155 | +53.5% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | — | $0.101 | -58.9% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | — | $0.246 | +112.1% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | — | $0.116 | +4.5% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | — | $0.111 | +177.5% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | — | $0.04 | -77.5% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | — | $0.178 | +76.2% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | — | $0.101 | +4.1% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | — | $0.097 | +15.5% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | — | $0.084 | -50.9% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | — | $0.171 | +39.0% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | — | $0.123 | +57.7% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | — | $0.078 | +271.4% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | — | $0.021 | -85.8% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | — | $0.148 | +270.0% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | — | $0.04 | -29.8% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | — | $0.057 | +185.0% |
| Mar 25, 2021 | — | $0.02 | -85.6% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | — | $0.139 | +78.2% |
| Sep 24, 2020 | — | $0.078 | +875.0% |
| Jun 25, 2020 | — | $0.008 | — |
Payout risk check
HSMV's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 54/100).
Its share price moved -1.2% 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 Horizon Managed Volatility Small/Mid ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in small- and/or mid-capitalization common stocks listed and traded on U.S. national securities exchanges that Sub-Advisor believes exhibit low future expected volatility. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Small Blend. First distribution on our records: Jun 25, 2020. 26 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HSMV distribution FAQ
When is HSMV's next ex-distribution date?
HSMV'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 $0.15 per share, expected on Jan 7, 2027.
How often does HSMV pay distributions?
HSMV pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.15 per share with an ex-date of Jun 25, 2026.
What is HSMV's distribution yield?
HSMV's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.61%, based on $0.578 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $35.94. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.60 per share, is 1.67%.
How much does HSMV pay per share?
HSMV pays about $0.15 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.60 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $60.00 a year.
Has HSMV grown or cut its distribution?
HSMV has raised its annual distribution for 5 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 17.7% a year (-11.5% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of HSMV do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.67%, you would need about 2,000 shares of HSMV (roughly $71,874 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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