PFFA Distribution History & Yield
Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Sep 19, 2026 (in 11 days) | Oct 3, 2026 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 (in 41 days) | Nov 2, 2026 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 (in 71 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 (in 101 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jan 17, 2027 (in 131 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 16, 2027 (in 161 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 18, 2027 (in 191 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, Apr 17, 2027 (in 221 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 (in 251 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 16, 2027 (in 281 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jul 16, 2027 (in 311 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
| Sun, Aug 15, 2027 (in 341 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.172 | $17.20 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from PFFA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.064 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much PFFA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 582 | $12,198 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,907 | $60,988 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,814 | $121,977 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 9.84%. $10,000 in PFFA would currently pay about $984 a year ($82 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
PFFA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Jul 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Jun 22, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| May 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Apr 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Mar 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +0.0% |
| Jan 20, 2026 | — | $0.173 | +1.8% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Oct 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Sep 22, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Aug 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Jul 21, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Jun 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| May 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Apr 21, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Mar 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +0.0% |
| Jan 21, 2025 | — | $0.17 | +1.2% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.168 | +0.0% |
| Nov 20, 2024 | — | $0.168 | +0.0% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | — | $0.168 | +0.0% |
| Sep 20, 2024 | — | $0.168 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
PFFA's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 99/100).
Its share price moved -3.4% 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 Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest not less than 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in U.S. preferred stock, and in derivatives and other instruments that have economic characteristics similar to such investments. The Sub-Adviser actively manages the fund's assets pursuant to a variety of quantitative, qualitative and relative valuation factors. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Virtus. Category: Preferred Stock. First distribution on our records: Jul 20, 2018. 98 payments tracked.
PFFA distribution FAQ
When is PFFA's next ex-distribution date?
PFFA's next ex-distribution date is Sep 19, 2026 (in 11 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.172 per share, expected on Oct 3, 2026.
How often does PFFA pay distributions?
PFFA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.173 per share with an ex-date of Aug 20, 2026.
What is PFFA's distribution yield?
PFFA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 9.84%, based on $2.064 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $20.98. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.064 per share, is 9.84%.
How much does PFFA pay per share?
PFFA pays about $0.172 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.064 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $206.40 a year.
Has PFFA grown or cut its distribution?
PFFA has raised its annual distribution for 5 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 1.9% a year (+1.6% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of PFFA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 9.84%, you would need about 582 shares of PFFA (roughly $12,198 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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