HYFI Distribution History & Yield
AB High Yield 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 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.205 | $20.50 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HYFI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.665 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HYFI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 488 | $17,515 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,440 | $87,573 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,879 | $175,146 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.85%. $10,000 in HYFI would currently pay about $685 a year ($57 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HYFI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.193 | +2.7% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.188 | -5.1% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.198 | -2.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.204 | +5.2% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.194 | -2.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.198 | -6.2% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.211 | +5.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.201 | -4.7% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.211 | -17.9% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.257 | +27.2% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.202 | -0.5% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.203 | +0.5% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.202 | +3.6% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.195 | +2.6% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.19 | -10.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.212 | -7.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.228 | -0.4% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.229 | +1.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.225 | +14.8% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.196 | +20.2% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.163 | -22.4% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.21 | +6.1% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.198 | -3.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.206 | +3.5% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.199 | -3.9% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | — | $0.207 | +0.5% |
| Aug 1, 2024 | — | $0.206 | +1.0% |
| Jul 1, 2024 | — | $0.204 | -1.9% |
| Jun 3, 2024 | — | $0.208 | +4.0% |
| May 1, 2024 | — | $0.20 | -5.7% |
| Apr 1, 2024 | — | $0.212 | +11.0% |
| Mar 1, 2024 | — | $0.191 | +2.7% |
| Feb 1, 2024 | — | $0.186 | -13.1% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | — | $0.214 | +5.4% |
| Dec 1, 2023 | — | $0.203 | -6.0% |
| Nov 1, 2023 | — | $0.216 | +6.9% |
| Oct 2, 2023 | — | $0.202 | +4.1% |
| Sep 1, 2023 | — | $0.194 | +3.7% |
| Aug 1, 2023 | — | $0.187 | -5.1% |
| Jul 3, 2023 | — | $0.197 | +80.7% |
| Jun 1, 2023 | — | $0.109 | — |
Payout risk check
HYFI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 92/100).
Its share price moved -5.4% 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 AB High Yield ETF
The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income securities rated Ba1 or lower by Moody’s Investors Service (“Moody’s”), or BB+ or lower by S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”) or Fitch Ratings (“Fitch”), or the equivalent by any nationally recognized statistical rating organization (“NRSRO”) (commonly known as “junk bonds”); unrated securities considered by the Adviser to be of comparable quality; and related derivatives.
Fund family: AllianceBernstein. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Jun 1, 2023. 41 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HYFI distribution FAQ
When is HYFI's next ex-distribution date?
HYFI'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 $0.205 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does HYFI pay distributions?
HYFI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.193 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is HYFI's distribution yield?
HYFI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.85%, based on $2.46 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $35.90. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.46 per share, is 6.85%.
How much does HYFI pay per share?
HYFI pays about $0.205 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.46 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $246.00 a year.
Has HYFI grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, HYFI'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 HYFI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.85%, you would need about 488 shares of HYFI (roughly $17,515 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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