LJAN Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 (in 21 days) | Oct 14, 2026 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 51 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 81 days) | Dec 13, 2026 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 111 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 141 days) | Feb 11, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 171 days) | Mar 13, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 201 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 231 days) | May 12, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 261 days) | Jun 11, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 291 days) | Jul 11, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 321 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 351 days) | Sep 9, 2027 | $0.1013 | $10.13 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from LJAN's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.216 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 32 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much LJAN do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 987 | $24,414 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,935 | $122,072 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 9,869 | $244,145 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.92%. $10,000 in LJAN would currently pay about $492 a year ($41 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
LJAN distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.10 | -3.8% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.104 | +0.0% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.104 | -8.8% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Jul 31, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| May 31, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Apr 29, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Feb 28, 2024 | — | $0.114 | +0.0% |
| Jan 30, 2024 | — | $0.114 | — |
Payout risk check
LJAN's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved +0.3% 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.
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LJAN distribution FAQ
When is LJAN's next ex-distribution date?
LJAN's next ex-distribution date is Sep 30, 2026 (in 21 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1013 per share, expected on Oct 14, 2026.
How often does LJAN pay distributions?
LJAN pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.10 per share with an ex-date of Aug 31, 2026.
What is LJAN's distribution yield?
LJAN's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.92%, based on $1.216 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.74. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.216 per share, is 4.92%.
How much does LJAN pay per share?
LJAN pays about $0.1013 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.216 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $121.60 a year.
Has LJAN grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last year the regular payout changed -5.6%. As a fund, LJAN'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 LJAN do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.92%, you would need about 987 shares of LJAN (roughly $24,414 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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