YLDW Distribution History & Yield
Westwood Enhanced Income Opport · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 (in 2 days) | Nov 10, 2026 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 (in 32 days) | Dec 10, 2026 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Sat, Dec 26, 2026 (in 62 days) | Jan 9, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jan 25, 2027 (in 92 days) | Feb 8, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 24, 2027 (in 122 days) | Mar 10, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 (in 152 days) | Apr 9, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Apr 25, 2027 (in 182 days) | May 9, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 (in 212 days) | Jun 8, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 242 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jul 24, 2027 (in 272 days) | Aug 7, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Mon, Aug 23, 2027 (in 302 days) | Sep 6, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Sep 22, 2027 (in 332 days) | Oct 6, 2027 | $0.15 | $15.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from YLDW's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.95 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much YLDW do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 667 | $16,773 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,334 | $83,867 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,667 | $167,733 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.15%. $10,000 in YLDW would currently pay about $715 a year ($60 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
YLDW distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | — | $0.183 | +1.1% |
| Jul 30, 2026 | — | $0.181 | +21.5% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | — | $0.149 | -1.3% |
| May 28, 2026 | — | $0.151 | +2.0% |
| Apr 29, 2026 | — | $0.148 | +2.8% |
| Mar 30, 2026 | — | $0.144 | -2.7% |
| Feb 26, 2026 | — | $0.148 | -0.7% |
| Jan 29, 2026 | — | $0.149 | +53.6% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | — | $0.097 | — |
Payout risk check
YLDW's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 84/100).
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 Westwood Enhanced Income Opport
Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to meet its investment objectives by investing generally more than 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in dividend-paying and/or interest-bearing securities. By utilizing primarily income-producing securities from diverse asset classes, the fund also seeks to maintain a lower volatility profile than traditional equity-only products.
Fund family: Westwood. Category: Moderately Conservative Allocation. First distribution on our records: Dec 30, 2025. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
YLDW distribution FAQ
When is YLDW's next ex-distribution date?
YLDW's next ex-distribution date is Oct 27, 2026 (in 2 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.15 per share, expected on Nov 10, 2026.
How often does YLDW pay distributions?
YLDW pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.183 per share with an ex-date of Aug 28, 2026.
What is YLDW's distribution yield?
YLDW's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.37%, based on $1.35 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.16. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.80 per share, is 7.15%.
How much does YLDW pay per share?
YLDW pays about $0.15 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.80 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $180.00 a year.
Has YLDW grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, YLDW'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 YLDW do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.15%, you would need about 667 shares of YLDW (roughly $16,773 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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