SDSI Distribution History & Yield
American Century Short Duration Strategic Income ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 (in 12 days) | Nov 8, 2026 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 7, 2026 (in 43 days) | Dec 9, 2026 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 (in 74 days) | Jan 9, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 7, 2027 (in 105 days) | Feb 9, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 10, 2027 (in 136 days) | Mar 12, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Sat, Apr 10, 2027 (in 167 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 11, 2027 (in 198 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 11, 2027 (in 229 days) | Jun 13, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 12, 2027 (in 260 days) | Jul 14, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 12, 2027 (in 291 days) | Aug 14, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 12, 2027 (in 322 days) | Sep 14, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
| Wed, Oct 13, 2027 (in 353 days) | Oct 15, 2027 | $0.194 | $19.40 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SDSI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.328 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SDSI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 516 | $25,987 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,578 | $129,936 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,155 | $259,871 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.62%. $10,000 in SDSI would currently pay about $462 a year ($38 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SDSI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.181 | -3.2% |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Sep 8, 2026 | $0.187 | -10.5% |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | $0.209 | +5.0% |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Jul 9, 2026 | $0.199 | +13.7% |
| May 6, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | $0.175 | -20.5% |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Apr 9, 2026 | $0.22 | +9.5% |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 | $0.201 | -8.2% |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Feb 9, 2026 | $0.219 | -15.1% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | $0.258 | +44.1% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 3, 2025 | $0.179 | -13.1% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.206 | +31.2% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.157 | -29.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.221 | -2.6% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.227 | +9.7% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.207 | -5.5% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 4, 2025 | $0.219 | -6.4% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | $0.234 | +13.6% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.206 | -6.4% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 5, 2025 | $0.22 | +10.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 5, 2025 | $0.20 | -29.3% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | Dec 19, 2024 | $0.283 | +34.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 4, 2024 | $0.21 | -9.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 5, 2024 | $0.233 | -3.3% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 3, 2024 | $0.241 | -8.0% |
Payout risk check
SDSI's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 87/100).
Its share price moved -2.5% 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 American Century Short Duration Strategic Income ETF
The fund invests in both investment-grade and high-yield, short duration debt securities. These securities may include corporate bonds and notes, government securities and securities backed by mortgages or other assets. It may invest in securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury and certain U.S. government agencies or instrumentalities such as the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae).
Fund family: American Century Investments. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 1, 2022. 47 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SDSI distribution FAQ
When is SDSI's next ex-distribution date?
SDSI's next ex-distribution date is Nov 6, 2026 (in 12 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.194 per share, expected on Nov 8, 2026.
How often does SDSI pay distributions?
SDSI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.181 per share with an ex-date of Oct 6, 2026.
What is SDSI's distribution yield?
SDSI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.43%, based on $2.234 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $50.42. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.328 per share, is 4.62%.
How much does SDSI pay per share?
SDSI pays about $0.194 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.328 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $232.80 a year.
Has SDSI grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, SDSI's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of SDSI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.62%, you would need about 516 shares of SDSI (roughly $25,987 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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