RIGS Distribution History & Yield
ALPS Strategic Income Fund
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 17, 2026 (in 8 days) | Oct 1, 2026 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 (in 36 days) | Oct 29, 2026 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 (in 64 days) | Nov 26, 2026 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 (in 92 days) | Dec 24, 2026 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 (in 120 days) | Jan 21, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 (in 148 days) | Feb 18, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 (in 176 days) | Mar 18, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 204 days) | Apr 15, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 (in 260 days) | Jun 10, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 22, 2027 (in 316 days) | Aug 5, 2027 | $0.0916 | $9.16 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from RIGS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.1906 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much RIGS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,092 | $24,633 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,460 | $123,167 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,920 | $246,333 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.87%. $10,000 in RIGS would currently pay about $487 a year ($41 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
RIGS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | — | $0.091 | -1.1% |
| Jul 16, 2026 | — | $0.092 | +4.5% |
| Jun 18, 2026 | — | $0.088 | -2.2% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.09 | -9.1% |
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | $0.099 | +10.0% |
| Mar 19, 2026 | — | $0.09 | +8.4% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | — | $0.083 | -5.7% |
| Jan 22, 2026 | — | $0.088 | -7.4% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.095 | -4.0% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +5.3% |
| Oct 23, 2025 | — | $0.094 | +4.4% |
| Sep 18, 2025 | — | $0.09 | -4.3% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | — | $0.094 | +1.1% |
| Jul 24, 2025 | — | $0.093 | -4.1% |
| Jun 20, 2025 | — | $0.097 | +4.3% |
| May 22, 2025 | — | $0.093 | +1.1% |
| Apr 24, 2025 | — | $0.092 | -2.1% |
| Mar 20, 2025 | — | $0.094 | +10.6% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | $0.085 | -7.6% |
| Jan 23, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +3.4% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | — | $0.089 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | — | $0.089 | -2.2% |
| Oct 24, 2024 | — | $0.091 | +4.6% |
| Sep 19, 2024 | — | $0.087 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
RIGS's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved -2.3% 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 ALPS Strategic Income Fund
First distribution on our records: Nov 20, 2013. 152 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
RIGS distribution FAQ
When is RIGS's next ex-distribution date?
RIGS's next ex-distribution date is Sep 17, 2026 (in 8 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0916 per share, expected on Oct 1, 2026.
How often does RIGS pay distributions?
RIGS pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.091 per share with an ex-date of Aug 20, 2026.
What is RIGS's distribution yield?
RIGS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.87%, based on $1.099 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $22.56. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.099 per share, is 4.87%.
How much does RIGS pay per share?
RIGS pays about $0.0916 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.099 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $109.90 a year.
Has RIGS grown or cut its distribution?
RIGS has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 10.7% a year (+0.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of RIGS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.87%, you would need about 1,092 shares of RIGS (roughly $24,633 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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