HYLS Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Tactical High Yield ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 (in 26 days) | Nov 28, 2026 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Sun, Dec 20, 2026 (in 56 days) | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 (in 86 days) | Jan 27, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 (in 116 days) | Feb 26, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Sat, Mar 20, 2027 (in 146 days) | Mar 28, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 (in 176 days) | Apr 27, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 (in 206 days) | May 27, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (in 236 days) | Jun 26, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jul 18, 2027 (in 266 days) | Jul 26, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 17, 2027 (in 296 days) | Aug 25, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 16, 2027 (in 326 days) | Sep 24, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 16, 2027 (in 356 days) | Oct 24, 2027 | $0.2257 | $22.57 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HYLS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.708 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HYLS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 444 | $17,433 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,216 | $87,164 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,432 | $174,328 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.88%. $10,000 in HYLS would currently pay about $688 a year ($57 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HYLS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | Oct 30, 2026 | $0.22 | +0.0% |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | $0.22 | -2.2% |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.225 | -2.2% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.23 | +0.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.23 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.23 | +2.2% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.225 | +0.0% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.225 | -2.2% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.23 | +0.0% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.23 | +3.1% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.223 | +1.4% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.22 | -2.2% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.225 | -6.2% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.24 | +4.3% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.23 | +4.5% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.22 | +2.3% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | $0.215 | +0.0% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.215 | +0.0% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.215 | +0.0% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.215 | +0.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.215 | +0.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.215 | +3.4% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | $0.208 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
HYLS's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -6.4% 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 First Trust Tactical High Yield ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in high yield debt securities that are rated below investment grade at the time of purchase or unrated securities deemed by the fund's advisor to be of comparable quality.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Mar 21, 2013. 164 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HYLS distribution FAQ
When is HYLS's next ex-distribution date?
HYLS's next ex-distribution date is Nov 20, 2026 (in 26 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2257 per share, expected on Nov 28, 2026.
How often does HYLS pay distributions?
HYLS pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.22 per share with an ex-date of Oct 21, 2026.
What is HYLS's distribution yield?
HYLS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.88%, based on $2.708 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $39.34. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.708 per share, is 6.88%.
How much does HYLS pay per share?
HYLS pays about $0.2257 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.708 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $270.80 a year.
Has HYLS grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, HYLS'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 HYLS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.88%, you would need about 444 shares of HYLS (roughly $17,433 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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