KMLM Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Dec 27, 2026 (in 109 days) | Jan 10, 2027 | $1.303 | $130.30 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from KMLM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.303 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 4 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much KMLM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 921 | $27,601 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,605 | $138,005 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 9,210 | $276,009 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.35%. $10,000 in KMLM would currently pay about $435 a year ($36 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
KMLM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $1.303 | +466.5% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.23 | -90.7% |
| Dec 28, 2022 | — | $2.481 | +35.0% |
| Dec 29, 2021 | — | $1.838 | — |
Payout risk check
KMLM's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 44/100).
Its share price moved +12.1% 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 KraneShares Mount Lucas Managed Futures Index Strategy ETF
The fund seeks to achieve its goal by investing in commodity, currency, and global fixed income futures contracts traded on U.S. and foreign exchanges that are the same as or similar to those included in the index. It may also invest directly and indirectly in certain debt instruments. The index measures the performance of a portfolio of commodity, currency, and global fixed income futures contracts traded on U.S. and foreign exchanges using a trend following methodology. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: KraneShares. Category: Systematic Trend. First distribution on our records: Dec 29, 2021. 4 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
KMLM distribution FAQ
When is KMLM's next ex-distribution date?
KMLM's next ex-distribution date is Dec 27, 2026 (in 109 days, estimated from its annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $1.303 per share, expected on Jan 10, 2027.
How often does KMLM pay distributions?
KMLM pays distributions once a year, 1 times a year. The most recent payment was $1.303 per share with an ex-date of Dec 22, 2025.
What is KMLM's distribution yield?
KMLM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.35%, based on $1.303 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $29.97. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.303 per share, is 4.35%.
How much does KMLM pay per share?
KMLM pays about $1.303 per share each year, which works out to roughly $1.303 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $130.30 a year.
Has KMLM grown or cut its distribution?
KMLM has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 3 years the regular payout changed -19.3% a year.
How many shares of KMLM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.35%, you would need about 921 shares of KMLM (roughly $27,601 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive once a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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