QQQI Distribution History & Yield
NEOS NASDAQ-100(R) High Income ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 (in 24 days) | Nov 20, 2026 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 16, 2026 (in 52 days) | Dec 18, 2026 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 (in 80 days) | Jan 15, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 (in 108 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 10, 2027 (in 136 days) | Mar 12, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 (in 164 days) | Apr 9, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 (in 192 days) | May 7, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 2, 2027 (in 220 days) | Jun 4, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 30, 2027 (in 248 days) | Jul 2, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Aug 25, 2027 (in 304 days) | Aug 27, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Sep 22, 2027 (in 332 days) | Sep 24, 2027 | $0.6359 | $63.59 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from QQQI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $8.2669 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 33 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much QQQI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 158 | $8,270 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 787 | $41,350 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 1,573 | $82,700 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 14.51%. $10,000 in QQQI would currently pay about $1,451 a year ($121 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
QQQI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 | $0.634 | +0.0% |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | $0.634 | -2.8% |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Aug 21, 2026 | $0.652 | +2.7% |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | $0.635 | -3.3% |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 | $0.657 | -0.3% |
| May 20, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | $0.659 | +4.6% |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Apr 24, 2026 | $0.63 | +3.4% |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 | $0.609 | -0.8% |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 | $0.614 | -3.5% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 23, 2026 | $0.636 | -0.8% |
| Dec 24, 2025 | Dec 26, 2025 | $0.641 | +1.7% |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.63 | -2.3% |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Oct 24, 2025 | $0.645 | +0.6% |
| Sep 24, 2025 | Sep 26, 2025 | $0.641 | +1.9% |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Aug 22, 2025 | $0.629 | -1.3% |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 | $0.637 | +1.4% |
| Jun 25, 2025 | Jun 27, 2025 | $0.628 | -1.4% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 23, 2025 | $0.637 | +20.0% |
| Apr 23, 2025 | Apr 25, 2025 | $0.531 | -9.5% |
| Mar 26, 2025 | Mar 28, 2025 | $0.587 | -4.4% |
| Feb 26, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.614 | -1.6% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 24, 2025 | $0.624 | +0.3% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | Dec 26, 2024 | $0.622 | +1.6% |
| Nov 20, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 | $0.612 | +0.3% |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Oct 24, 2024 | $0.61 | +1.3% |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Sep 26, 2024 | $0.602 | -6.5% |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $0.644 | +4.0% |
| Jul 24, 2024 | Jul 25, 2024 | $0.619 | -0.6% |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Jun 27, 2024 | $0.623 | +1.6% |
| May 22, 2024 | May 24, 2024 | $0.613 | +4.4% |
| Apr 24, 2024 | Apr 26, 2024 | $0.587 | -3.0% |
| Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 22, 2024 | $0.605 | +1.9% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Feb 23, 2024 | $0.594 | — |
Payout risk check
QQQI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -3.0% 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 NEOS NASDAQ-100(R) High Income ETF
The fund is an actively-managed exchange-traded fund (“ETF”) that seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in a portfolio of stocks that make up the Nasdaq-100® Index and a call options strategy, that consists of written (sold) call options on the Nasdaq-100® Index. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund’s net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, will be invested in securities, or derivative instruments linked to securities, of companies that are included in the reference index.
Fund family: Neos Funds. Category: Derivative Income. First distribution on our records: Feb 21, 2024. 33 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
QQQI distribution FAQ
When is QQQI's next ex-distribution date?
QQQI's next ex-distribution date is Nov 18, 2026 (in 24 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.6359 per share, expected on Nov 20, 2026.
How often does QQQI pay distributions?
QQQI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.634 per share with an ex-date of Oct 21, 2026.
What is QQQI's distribution yield?
QQQI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 14.51%, based on $7.631 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $52.59. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $7.631 per share, is 14.51%.
How much does QQQI pay per share?
QQQI pays about $0.6359 per share each month, which works out to roughly $7.631 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $763.10 a year.
Has QQQI grown or cut its distribution?
QQQI has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last year the regular payout changed +3.0%.
How many shares of QQQI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 14.51%, you would need about 158 shares of QQQI (roughly $8,270 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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