PFFD Distribution History & Yield
Global X U.S. Preferred ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.10 | $10.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from PFFD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.30 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much PFFD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,000 | $17,160 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,000 | $85,800 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,000 | $171,600 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.99%. $10,000 in PFFD would currently pay about $699 a year ($58 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
PFFD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.10 | -2.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.102 | +0.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.102 | -1.0% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.103 | +0.0% |
| Dec 4, 2024 | — | $0.103 | +0.0% |
| Nov 5, 2024 | — | $0.103 | -1.9% |
Payout risk check
PFFD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 100/100).
Its share price moved -11.7% 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 Global X U.S. Preferred ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of its underlying index. It also invests at least 80% of its total assets in preferred securities that are domiciled in, principally traded in or whose revenues are primarily from the U.S. The underlying index is designed to track the broad-based performance of the U.S. preferred securities market.
Fund family: Global X Funds. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Oct 2, 2017. 108 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
PFFD distribution FAQ
When is PFFD's next ex-distribution date?
PFFD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.10 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does PFFD pay distributions?
PFFD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.10 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is PFFD's distribution yield?
PFFD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.99%, based on $1.20 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $17.16. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.20 per share, is 6.99%.
How much does PFFD pay per share?
PFFD pays about $0.10 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.20 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $120.00 a year.
Has PFFD grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 1.8% a year (-1.1% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, PFFD'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 PFFD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.99%, you would need about 1,000 shares of PFFD (roughly $17,160 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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