YLD Distribution History & Yield
Principal Active High Yield ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.1168 | $11.68 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from YLD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.5188 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much YLD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 856 | $15,578 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,280 | $77,889 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 8,560 | $155,777 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.70%. $10,000 in YLD would currently pay about $770 a year ($64 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
YLD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.115 | +1.8% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.113 | -2.6% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.116 | +0.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.115 | +4.5% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.11 | -3.5% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.114 | -1.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.116 | +3.6% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.112 | -3.4% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.116 | -16.5% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.139 | +17.8% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.118 | +0.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.118 | +8.3% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.109 | +5.8% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.103 | -5.5% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.109 | -6.0% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.116 | -0.9% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.117 | +0.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.116 | +5.5% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.11 | -6.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.117 | -2.5% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.12 | -4.8% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.126 | +4.1% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.121 | +1.7% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.119 | +3.5% |
Payout risk check
YLD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved -6.4% 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 Principal Active High Yield ETF
The fund is an actively managed exchange-traded fund ("ETF") that seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in below-investment-grade (commonly known as "junk" or "high yield") fixed-income securities, such as bonds and bank loans. The fund invests in U.S. treasury securities, investment grade bank loans (also known as senior floating rate interests), and preferred securities.
Fund family: Principal Funds. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Aug 31, 2015. 133 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
YLD distribution FAQ
When is YLD's next ex-distribution date?
YLD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1168 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does YLD pay distributions?
YLD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.115 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is YLD's distribution yield?
YLD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.70%, based on $1.402 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $18.20. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.402 per share, is 7.70%.
How much does YLD pay per share?
YLD pays about $0.1168 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.402 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $140.20 a year.
Has YLD grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, YLD'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 YLD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.70%, you would need about 856 shares of YLD (roughly $15,578 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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