PSC Distribution History & Yield
Principal U.S. Small-Cap ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.126 | $12.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 157 days) | Apr 3, 2027 | $0.126 | $12.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 1, 2027 (in 248 days) | Jul 3, 2027 | $0.126 | $12.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 30, 2027 (in 339 days) | Oct 2, 2027 | $0.126 | $12.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from PSC's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.504 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much PSC do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,381 | $161,762 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 11,905 | $808,810 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 23,810 | $1,617,619 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.74%. $10,000 in PSC would currently pay about $74 a year ($6 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
PSC distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.126 | +44.8% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.087 | -19.4% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.108 | +33.3% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.081 | -4.7% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.085 | -22.7% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.11 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.11 | +10999900.0% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | Jan 3, 2025 | $0.00 | -100.0% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.08 | -25.2% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 3, 2024 | $0.107 | +8.1% |
| Jul 1, 2024 | Jul 3, 2024 | $0.099 | +3.1% |
| Apr 1, 2024 | Apr 4, 2024 | $0.096 | -13.9% |
| Dec 27, 2023 | Jan 2, 2024 | $0.1115 | +28.2% |
| Oct 2, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 | $0.087 | -22.3% |
| Jul 3, 2023 | Jul 7, 2023 | $0.112 | +314.8% |
| Apr 3, 2023 | Apr 6, 2023 | $0.027 | -86.4% |
| Dec 28, 2022 | Jan 3, 2023 | $0.198 | -44.5% |
| Oct 3, 2022 | Oct 6, 2022 | $0.357 | +106.4% |
| Jul 1, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 | $0.173 | +723.8% |
| Apr 1, 2022 | Apr 6, 2022 | $0.021 | -92.9% |
| Dec 29, 2021 | Jan 3, 2022 | $0.296 | +101.4% |
| Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 | $0.147 | +12.2% |
| Jul 1, 2021 | Jul 7, 2021 | $0.131 | +13.9% |
| Apr 1, 2021 | Apr 7, 2021 | $0.115 | -22.8% |
| Dec 29, 2020 | Jan 4, 2021 | $0.149 | +31.9% |
| Oct 1, 2020 | Oct 6, 2020 | $0.113 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2020 | Jul 7, 2020 | $0.113 | +44.9% |
| Apr 1, 2020 | Apr 6, 2020 | $0.078 | -48.0% |
| Dec 27, 2019 | Jan 2, 2020 | $0.15 | +35.1% |
| Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 4, 2019 | $0.111 | +48.0% |
| Jul 1, 2019 | Jul 5, 2019 | $0.075 | -31.2% |
| Apr 1, 2019 | Apr 4, 2019 | $0.109 | -19.3% |
| Dec 27, 2018 | Jan 2, 2019 | $0.135 | +55.2% |
| Oct 1, 2018 | Oct 4, 2018 | $0.087 | +52.6% |
| Jul 2, 2018 | Jul 6, 2018 | $0.057 | -31.3% |
| Apr 2, 2018 | Apr 5, 2018 | $0.083 | +2.9% |
| Dec 27, 2017 | Jan 2, 2018 | $0.0806 | +437.5% |
| Dec 15, 2017 | Dec 20, 2017 | $0.015 | -72.2% |
| Oct 2, 2017 | Oct 5, 2017 | $0.054 | -31.6% |
| Jul 3, 2017 | Jul 10, 2017 | $0.079 | +6.8% |
| Apr 3, 2017 | Apr 7, 2017 | $0.074 | -22.1% |
| Dec 28, 2016 | Jan 4, 2017 | $0.095 | — |
Payout risk check
PSC's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 66/100).
Its share price moved +19.3% 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 U.S. Small-Cap ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations. For this fund, companies with small market capitalizations are those with market capitalizations within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Index.
Fund family: Principal Funds. Category: Small Blend. First distribution on our records: Dec 28, 2016. 42 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
PSC distribution FAQ
When is PSC's next ex-distribution date?
PSC's next ex-distribution date is Dec 31, 2026 (in 66 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.126 per share, expected on Jan 2, 2027.
How often does PSC pay distributions?
PSC pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.126 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is PSC's distribution yield?
PSC's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.59%, based on $0.402 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $67.94. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.504 per share, is 0.74%.
How much does PSC pay per share?
PSC pays about $0.126 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.504 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $50.40 a year.
Has PSC grown or cut its distribution?
PSC has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 5.8% a year (+4.4% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of PSC do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.74%, you would need about 2,381 shares of PSC (roughly $161,762 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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