SHLD Distribution History & Yield
Global X Defense Tech ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 (in 110 days) | Jan 11, 2027 | $0.187 | $18.70 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.187 | $18.70 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SHLD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.374 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 6 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SHLD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 3,209 | $202,075 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 16,043 | $1,010,374 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 32,086 | $2,020,749 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.59%. $10,000 in SHLD would currently pay about $59 a year ($5 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SHLD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.187 | -21.1% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.237 | +99.2% |
| Jun 27, 2025 | — | $0.119 | -13.8% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $0.138 | +126.2% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | — | $0.061 | -14.1% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | — | $0.071 | — |
Payout risk check
SHLD's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 54/100).
Its share price moved +1.2% 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 Global X Defense Tech ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes (if any), in the securities of the Global X Defense Tech Index, which may include common stocks, American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs") and Global Depositary Receipts ("GDRs") based on the securities in the underlying index. The underlying index is owned and was developed by Global X Management Company LLC, an affiliate of the fund and the fund's investment adviser. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Global X Funds. Category: Industrials. First distribution on our records: Dec 28, 2023. 6 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SHLD distribution FAQ
When is SHLD's next ex-distribution date?
SHLD's next ex-distribution date is Dec 28, 2026 (in 110 days, estimated from its semi-annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.187 per share, expected on Jan 11, 2027.
How often does SHLD pay distributions?
SHLD pays distributions twice a year, 2 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.187 per share with an ex-date of Jun 29, 2026.
What is SHLD's distribution yield?
SHLD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.67%, based on $0.424 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $62.98. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.374 per share, is 0.59%.
How much does SHLD pay per share?
SHLD pays about $0.187 per share each half-year, which works out to roughly $0.374 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $37.40 a year.
Has SHLD grown or cut its distribution?
SHLD has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last year the regular payout changed +65.0%.
How many shares of SHLD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.59%, you would need about 3,209 shares of SHLD (roughly $202,075 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive twice a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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