PQDI Distribution History & Yield
Principal Spectrum Preferred and Income 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 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0911 | $9.11 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from PQDI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.1841 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much PQDI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,098 | $20,344 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,490 | $101,720 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,979 | $203,440 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.90%. $10,000 in PQDI would currently pay about $590 a year ($49 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
PQDI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.088 | +6.0% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.083 | -12.6% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.095 | -7.8% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.103 | +4.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.099 | +4.2% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.095 | +2.2% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +0.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +8.1% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.086 | -4.4% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +8.4% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.083 | -2.4% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.085 | -3.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.088 | +7.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.082 | +1.2% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.081 | -1.2% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.082 | +10.8% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.074 | +4.2% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.071 | -10.1% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.079 | -8.1% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.086 | +6.2% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.081 | +0.0% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.081 | -6.9% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.087 | +7.4% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.081 | +5.2% |
Payout risk check
PQDI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 93/100).
Its share price moved -5.7% 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 Principal Spectrum Preferred and Income ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in preferred securities and other income-producing securities. The fund also invests in other income-producing securities that include securities that have a stated coupon rate which expects to pay interest or dividends. The fund invests in income-producing securities, including but not limited to contingent convertible securities (“Cocos”) and other types of capital securities.
Fund family: Principal Funds. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Aug 3, 2020. 77 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
PQDI distribution FAQ
When is PQDI's next ex-distribution date?
PQDI'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 $0.0911 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does PQDI pay distributions?
PQDI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.088 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is PQDI's distribution yield?
PQDI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.90%, based on $1.093 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $18.53. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.093 per share, is 5.90%.
How much does PQDI pay per share?
PQDI pays about $0.0911 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.093 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $109.30 a year.
Has PQDI grown or cut its distribution?
PQDI has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 0.5% a year (+12.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of PQDI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.90%, you would need about 1,098 shares of PQDI (roughly $20,344 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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