SMTH Distribution History & Yield
ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 17, 2026 (in 8 days) | Oct 1, 2026 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 (in 36 days) | Oct 29, 2026 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 (in 64 days) | Nov 26, 2026 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 (in 92 days) | Dec 24, 2026 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 (in 120 days) | Jan 21, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 (in 148 days) | Feb 18, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 (in 176 days) | Mar 18, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 (in 204 days) | Apr 15, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 (in 260 days) | Jun 10, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 288 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 22, 2027 (in 316 days) | Aug 5, 2027 | $0.0932 | $9.32 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SMTH's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.2112 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 33 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SMTH do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,074 | $27,145 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,367 | $135,725 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,734 | $271,449 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.42%. $10,000 in SMTH would currently pay about $442 a year ($37 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SMTH distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | — | $0.094 | -1.1% |
| Jul 16, 2026 | — | $0.095 | +3.3% |
| Jun 18, 2026 | — | $0.092 | -5.2% |
| May 21, 2026 | — | $0.097 | +5.4% |
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | $0.092 | -1.1% |
| Mar 19, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +9.4% |
| Feb 19, 2026 | — | $0.085 | -6.6% |
| Jan 22, 2026 | — | $0.091 | -5.2% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.096 | +4.3% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | — | $0.092 | -4.2% |
| Oct 23, 2025 | — | $0.096 | +1.1% |
| Sep 18, 2025 | — | $0.095 | -4.0% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +1.0% |
| Jul 24, 2025 | — | $0.098 | +0.0% |
| Jun 20, 2025 | — | $0.098 | +1.0% |
| May 22, 2025 | — | $0.097 | -2.0% |
| Apr 24, 2025 | — | $0.099 | -10.0% |
| Mar 20, 2025 | — | $0.11 | +25.0% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | $0.088 | -7.4% |
| Jan 23, 2025 | — | $0.095 | -28.6% |
| Dec 19, 2024 | — | $0.133 | +44.6% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | — | $0.092 | +0.0% |
| Oct 24, 2024 | — | $0.092 | -3.2% |
| Sep 19, 2024 | — | $0.095 | -3.1% |
| Aug 22, 2024 | — | $0.098 | -1.0% |
| Jul 25, 2024 | — | $0.099 | +2.1% |
| Jun 20, 2024 | — | $0.097 | -2.0% |
| May 23, 2024 | — | $0.099 | -1.0% |
| Apr 25, 2024 | — | $0.10 | -1.0% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | — | $0.101 | +48.5% |
| Feb 22, 2024 | — | $0.068 | -28.4% |
| Jan 25, 2024 | — | $0.095 | +50.8% |
| Dec 21, 2023 | — | $0.063 | — |
Payout risk check
SMTH's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved -2.6% 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 Smith Core Plus Bond ETF
The fund pursues its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in bonds. Bonds include, but are not limited to, government notes and bonds, corporate bonds, convertible bonds, commercial and residential mortgage-backed securities, and zero-coupon bonds. It may also invest in asset-backed securities, money market instruments, commercial loans, and foreign debt securities (including investments in emerging markets).
Fund family: ALPS. Category: Intermediate Core-Plus Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 21, 2023. 33 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SMTH distribution FAQ
When is SMTH's next ex-distribution date?
SMTH'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 $0.0932 per share, expected on Oct 1, 2026.
How often does SMTH pay distributions?
SMTH pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.094 per share with an ex-date of Aug 20, 2026.
What is SMTH's distribution yield?
SMTH's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.42%, based on $1.118 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.29. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.118 per share, is 4.42%.
How much does SMTH pay per share?
SMTH pays about $0.0932 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.118 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $111.80 a year.
Has SMTH grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, SMTH'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 SMTH do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.42%, you would need about 1,074 shares of SMTH (roughly $27,145 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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