LQDM Distribution History & Yield
Amplify LQD Investment Grade 12% Target Income ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 67 days) | Jan 14, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jan 31, 2027 (in 98 days) | Feb 14, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 3, 2027 (in 129 days) | Mar 17, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Sat, Apr 3, 2027 (in 160 days) | Apr 17, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 4, 2027 (in 191 days) | May 18, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 4, 2027 (in 222 days) | Jun 18, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 5, 2027 (in 253 days) | Jul 19, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 5, 2027 (in 284 days) | Aug 19, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 5, 2027 (in 315 days) | Sep 19, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
| Wed, Oct 6, 2027 (in 346 days) | Oct 20, 2027 | $0.2418 | $24.18 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from LQDM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.9016 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 5 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much LQDM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 414 | $9,535 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,068 | $47,674 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,136 | $95,349 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 12.59%. $10,000 in LQDM would currently pay about $1,259 a year ($105 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
LQDM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | — | $0.232 | -3.3% |
| Aug 28, 2026 | — | $0.24 | -0.4% |
| Jul 30, 2026 | — | $0.241 | -2.8% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.248 | +0.0% |
| May 28, 2026 | — | $0.248 | — |
Payout risk check
LQDM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
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 Amplify LQD Investment Grade 12% Target Income ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowings for investment purposes) in securities that are representative of the index. The index is comprised of two components: (i) the Underlying ETF and (ii) a written (sold) one-week expiration, at-the-money call option contract referencing the Underlying ETF that, together, seeks to provide the Target Income. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: Amplify ETFs. Category: Corporate Bond. First distribution on our records: May 28, 2026. 5 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
LQDM distribution FAQ
When is LQDM's next ex-distribution date?
LQDM's next ex-distribution date is Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2418 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does LQDM pay distributions?
LQDM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.232 per share with an ex-date of Sep 29, 2026.
What is LQDM's distribution yield?
LQDM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.24%, based on $1.209 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $23.06. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.9016 per share, is 12.59%.
How much does LQDM pay per share?
LQDM pays about $0.2418 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.9016 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $290.16 a year.
Has LQDM grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, LQDM'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 LQDM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 12.59%, you would need about 414 shares of LQDM (roughly $9,535 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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