LDSF Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Low Duration Strategic Focus ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 20, 2026 (in 11 days) | Sep 28, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 (in 41 days) | Oct 28, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 (in 71 days) | Nov 27, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, Dec 19, 2026 (in 101 days) | Dec 27, 2026 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 (in 131 days) | Jan 26, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 17, 2027 (in 161 days) | Feb 25, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 19, 2027 (in 191 days) | Mar 27, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sun, Apr 18, 2027 (in 221 days) | Apr 26, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 (in 251 days) | May 26, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 17, 2027 (in 281 days) | Jun 25, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jul 17, 2027 (in 311 days) | Jul 25, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 16, 2027 (in 341 days) | Aug 24, 2027 | $0.0737 | $7.38 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from LDSF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.885 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much LDSF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,356 | $25,498 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,780 | $127,492 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 13,560 | $254,983 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.71%. $10,000 in LDSF would currently pay about $471 a year ($39 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
LDSF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.075 | +1.4% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.074 | +0.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.074 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.074 | +0.0% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.074 | -1.3% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.075 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.075 | +2.7% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.073 | +2.8% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.071 | -2.7% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.073 | +0.0% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.073 | -1.4% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.074 | +2.8% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.072 | -4.0% |
Payout risk check
LDSF's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -1.5% 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 Low Duration Strategic Focus ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objectives by investing at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in a portfolio of U.S.-listed exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") that principally invest in income-generating securities that provide it with a duration of three years or less. A significant portion of the ETFs in which the fund invests may be advised by First Trust.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Jan 23, 2019. 92 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
LDSF distribution FAQ
When is LDSF's next ex-distribution date?
LDSF's next ex-distribution date is Sep 20, 2026 (in 11 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0737 per share, expected on Sep 28, 2026.
How often does LDSF pay distributions?
LDSF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.075 per share with an ex-date of Aug 21, 2026.
What is LDSF's distribution yield?
LDSF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.71%, based on $0.885 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $18.81. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.885 per share, is 4.71%.
How much does LDSF pay per share?
LDSF pays about $0.0737 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.885 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $88.50 a year.
Has LDSF grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, LDSF'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 LDSF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.71%, you would need about 1,356 shares of LDSF (roughly $25,498 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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