XYLD Distribution History & Yield
Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 (in 22 days) | Nov 30, 2026 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 (in 50 days) | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 11, 2027 (in 78 days) | Jan 25, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Feb 8, 2027 (in 106 days) | Feb 22, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 (in 134 days) | Mar 22, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Apr 5, 2027 (in 162 days) | Apr 19, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 (in 190 days) | May 17, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 (in 218 days) | Jun 14, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 26, 2027 (in 274 days) | Aug 9, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 23, 2027 (in 302 days) | Sep 6, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
| Mon, Sep 20, 2027 (in 330 days) | Oct 4, 2027 | $0.3533 | $35.33 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from XYLD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.5933 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much XYLD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 284 | $11,646 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,416 | $58,231 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,831 | $116,462 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 10.30%. $10,000 in XYLD would currently pay about $1,030 a year ($86 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
XYLD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | — | $0.314 | +6.1% |
| Sep 21, 2026 | — | $0.296 | -4.8% |
| Aug 24, 2026 | — | $0.311 | -24.0% |
| Jul 20, 2026 | — | $0.409 | +20.3% |
| Jun 22, 2026 | — | $0.34 | -15.2% |
| May 18, 2026 | — | $0.401 | +13.9% |
| Apr 20, 2026 | — | $0.352 | -10.0% |
| Mar 23, 2026 | — | $0.391 | +14.7% |
| Feb 23, 2026 | — | $0.341 | -5.3% |
| Jan 20, 2026 | — | $0.36 | +10.8% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.325 | -18.8% |
| Nov 24, 2025 | — | $0.40 | +0.8% |
| Oct 20, 2025 | — | $0.397 | +31.5% |
| Sep 22, 2025 | — | $0.302 | -4.4% |
| Aug 18, 2025 | — | $0.316 | +1.0% |
| Jul 21, 2025 | — | $0.313 | -19.1% |
| Jun 23, 2025 | — | $0.387 | -0.5% |
| May 19, 2025 | — | $0.389 | +3.2% |
| Apr 21, 2025 | — | $0.377 | -6.0% |
| Mar 24, 2025 | — | $0.401 | +37.8% |
| Feb 24, 2025 | — | $0.291 | -22.0% |
| Jan 21, 2025 | — | $0.373 | +0.5% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | — | $1.19 Special | — |
| Nov 18, 2024 | — | $0.371 | -3.9% |
Payout risk check
XYLD's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 89/100).
Its share price moved +4.8% 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 S&P 500 Covered Call ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of the Cboe S&P 500 BuyWrite Index (the “underlying index”) or in investments that have economic characteristics that are similar to the economic characteristics of the component securities of the underlying index, either individually or in the aggregate.
Fund family: Global X Funds. Category: Derivative Income. First distribution on our records: Jul 24, 2013. 160 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
XYLD distribution FAQ
When is XYLD's next ex-distribution date?
XYLD's next ex-distribution date is Nov 16, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.3533 per share, expected on Nov 30, 2026.
How often does XYLD pay distributions?
XYLD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.314 per share with an ex-date of Oct 19, 2026.
What is XYLD's distribution yield?
XYLD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 10.30%, based on $4.24 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $41.15. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.24 per share, is 10.30%.
How much does XYLD pay per share?
XYLD pays about $0.3533 per share each month, which works out to roughly $4.24 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $424.00 a year.
Has XYLD grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 1.7% a year (+8.2% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, XYLD'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 XYLD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 10.30%, you would need about 284 shares of XYLD (roughly $11,646 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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