PRFD Distribution History & Yield
PIMCO Preferred And Capital Securities Active Exchange-Traded Fund · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.2475 | $24.75 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from PRFD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.97 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much PRFD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 405 | $20,343 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,021 | $101,717 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,041 | $203,434 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.90%. $10,000 in PRFD would currently pay about $590 a year ($49 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
PRFD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.25 | +4.2% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | +0.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.24 | -4.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.25 | +4.2% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | — | $0.24 | -4.0% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.25 | -3.8% |
Payout risk check
PRFD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -1.7% 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 PIMCO Preferred And Capital Securities Active Exchange-Traded Fund
The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of preferred securities and capital securities. capital securities” include securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. financial institutions (including, but not limited to, banks and insurance companies) that can be used to satisfy their regulatory capital requirements.
Fund family: PIMCO. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Mar 1, 2023. 43 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
PRFD distribution FAQ
When is PRFD's next ex-distribution date?
PRFD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2475 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does PRFD pay distributions?
PRFD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.25 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is PRFD's distribution yield?
PRFD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.90%, based on $2.97 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $50.35. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.97 per share, is 5.90%.
How much does PRFD pay per share?
PRFD pays about $0.2475 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.97 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $297.00 a year.
Has PRFD grown or cut its distribution?
PRFD has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last year the regular payout changed +1.7%.
How many shares of PRFD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.90%, you would need about 405 shares of PRFD (roughly $20,343 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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