KNGZ Distribution History & Yield
First Trust S&P 500 Diversified Dividend Aristocrats ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 (in 15 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 106 days) | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from KNGZ's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.224 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 36 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much KNGZ do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 981 | $41,662 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,902 | $208,309 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 9,804 | $416,618 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.88%. $10,000 in KNGZ would currently pay about $288 a year ($24 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
KNGZ distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.306 | +92.5% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.159 | -52.7% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.336 | +46.1% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.23 | -5.3% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.243 | +55.8% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.156 | -41.4% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.266 | +31.0% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.203 | -8.6% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $0.222 | +72.1% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $0.129 | -60.7% |
| Dec 22, 2023 | Dec 29, 2023 | $0.328 | +86.4% |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Sep 29, 2023 | $0.176 | -28.2% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | $0.245 | +40.0% |
| Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | $0.175 | -17.8% |
| Dec 23, 2022 | Dec 30, 2022 | $0.213 | +13.3% |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | $0.188 | +2.2% |
| Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | $0.184 | +50.8% |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $0.122 | -49.8% |
| Dec 23, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 | $0.243 | +117.0% |
| Sep 23, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | $0.112 | -25.3% |
| Jun 24, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | $0.15 | +48.5% |
| Mar 25, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | $0.101 | -41.6% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | Dec 31, 2020 | $0.173 | +16.9% |
| Sep 24, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | $0.148 | -26.4% |
| Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | $0.201 | +161.0% |
| Mar 26, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | $0.077 | -72.6% |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Dec 31, 2019 | $0.281 | +38.4% |
| Sep 25, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | $0.203 | +25.3% |
| Jun 14, 2019 | Jun 28, 2019 | $0.162 | +337.8% |
| Mar 21, 2019 | Mar 29, 2019 | $0.037 | -83.1% |
| Dec 18, 2018 | Dec 31, 2018 | $0.219 | +64.7% |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Sep 28, 2018 | $0.133 | -60.2% |
| Jun 21, 2018 | Jun 29, 2018 | $0.334 | +206.4% |
| Mar 22, 2018 | Mar 29, 2018 | $0.109 | -33.1% |
| Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 29, 2017 | $0.163 | +111.7% |
| Sep 21, 2017 | Sep 29, 2017 | $0.077 | — |
Payout risk check
KNGZ's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 71/100).
Its share price moved +19.9% 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 First Trust S&P 500 Diversified Dividend Aristocrats ETF
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the securities that comprise the index. According to the index provider to the new index, the new index measures the performance of companies within the S&P 500 Index that have demonstrated stable or increasing dividend per share amounts.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Large Value. First distribution on our records: Sep 21, 2017. 36 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
KNGZ distribution FAQ
When is KNGZ's next ex-distribution date?
KNGZ's next ex-distribution date is Sep 24, 2026 (in 15 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.306 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does KNGZ pay distributions?
KNGZ pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.306 per share with an ex-date of Jun 25, 2026.
What is KNGZ's distribution yield?
KNGZ's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.43%, based on $1.031 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $42.49. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.224 per share, is 2.88%.
How much does KNGZ pay per share?
KNGZ pays about $0.306 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $1.224 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $122.40 a year.
Has KNGZ grown or cut its distribution?
KNGZ has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 12.5% a year (+18.8% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of KNGZ do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.88%, you would need about 981 shares of KNGZ (roughly $41,662 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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