OUSM Distribution History & Yield
ALPS O'Shares U.S. Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF Shares · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 (in 18 days) | Nov 26, 2026 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 (in 46 days) | Dec 24, 2026 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 (in 74 days) | Jan 21, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 (in 102 days) | Feb 18, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 (in 130 days) | Mar 18, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 158 days) | Apr 15, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 (in 214 days) | Jun 10, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 242 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 22, 2027 (in 270 days) | Aug 5, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 19, 2027 (in 298 days) | Sep 2, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 16, 2027 (in 326 days) | Sep 30, 2027 | $0.0925 | $9.25 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from OUSM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.2025 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much OUSM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,082 | $52,141 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,406 | $260,703 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,811 | $521,405 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.30%. $10,000 in OUSM would currently pay about $230 a year ($19 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
OUSM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | — | $0.088 | -9.3% |
| Aug 20, 2026 | — | $0.097 | +321.7% |
| Jul 16, 2026 | — | $0.023 | -79.6% |
| Jun 18, 2026 | — | $0.113 | +25.6% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.09 | +328.6% |
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | $0.021 | -77.9% |
| Mar 19, 2026 | — | $0.095 | +10.5% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | — | $0.086 | +152.9% |
| Jan 22, 2026 | — | $0.034 | -84.7% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.222 | +200.0% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | — | $0.074 | +174.1% |
| Oct 23, 2025 | — | $0.027 | -71.6% |
| Sep 18, 2025 | — | $0.095 | +58.3% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | — | $0.06 | +57.9% |
| Jul 24, 2025 | — | $0.038 | -67.8% |
| Jun 20, 2025 | — | $0.118 | +145.8% |
| May 22, 2025 | — | $0.048 | +20.0% |
| Apr 24, 2025 | — | $0.04 | -65.2% |
| Mar 20, 2025 | — | $0.115 | +139.6% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | $0.048 | +60.0% |
| Jan 23, 2025 | — | $0.03 | -79.5% |
| Dec 19, 2024 | — | $0.146 | +43.1% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | — | $0.102 | +72.9% |
| Oct 24, 2024 | — | $0.059 | +18.0% |
Payout risk check
OUSM's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 34/100).
Its share price moved +7.7% 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 ALPS O'Shares U.S. Small-Cap Quality Dividend ETF Shares
Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its total assets in the components of the index. The index is designed to reflect the performance of publicly-listed small-capitalization dividend-paying issuers in the United States that meet certain market capitalization, liquidity, high quality, low volatility and dividend yield thresholds, as determined by O'Shares Investment Advisers, LLC (the "index provider").
Fund family: ALPS. Category: Small Blend. First distribution on our records: Feb 15, 2017. 116 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
OUSM distribution FAQ
When is OUSM's next ex-distribution date?
OUSM's next ex-distribution date is Nov 12, 2026 (in 18 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0925 per share, expected on Nov 26, 2026.
How often does OUSM pay distributions?
OUSM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.088 per share with an ex-date of Sep 17, 2026.
What is OUSM's distribution yield?
OUSM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.01%, based on $0.97 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $48.23. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.11 per share, is 2.30%.
How much does OUSM pay per share?
OUSM pays about $0.0925 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.11 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $111.00 a year.
Has OUSM grown or cut its distribution?
OUSM has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 15.2% a year (+7.9% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of OUSM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.30%, you would need about 1,082 shares of OUSM (roughly $52,141 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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