HYTI Distribution History & Yield
FT Vest High Yield & Target Income ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1648 | $16.48 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HYTI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.978 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 18 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HYTI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 607 | $11,419 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,034 | $57,096 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,067 | $114,193 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 10.51%. $10,000 in HYTI would currently pay about $1,051 a year ($88 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HYTI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.162 | -0.6% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.163 | -0.6% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.164 | -0.6% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.165 | -1.2% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.167 | +3.1% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.162 | -1.8% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.165 | +0.0% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.165 | -0.6% |
| Jan 2, 2026 | — | $0.166 | +0.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.166 | +0.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.166 | -0.6% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.167 | +0.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.167 | -0.6% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.168 | -0.6% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.169 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.169 | +0.6% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.168 | -36.1% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.263 | — |
Payout risk check
HYTI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 99/100).
Its share price moved -5.9% 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 FT Vest High Yield & Target Income ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund will pursue its investment objectives by investing in U.S. treasury securities and utilizing an option strategy consisting of purchasing and writing (selling) U.S. exchange-traded call options, including Flexible Exchange options (“FLEX Options”), on the iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (the “Underlying ETF”). The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Apr 1, 2025. 18 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HYTI distribution FAQ
When is HYTI's next ex-distribution date?
HYTI's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1648 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does HYTI pay distributions?
HYTI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.162 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is HYTI's distribution yield?
HYTI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 10.51%, based on $1.978 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $18.82. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.978 per share, is 10.51%.
How much does HYTI pay per share?
HYTI pays about $0.1648 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.978 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $197.80 a year.
Has HYTI grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, HYTI'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 HYTI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 10.51%, you would need about 607 shares of HYTI (roughly $11,419 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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