FTCS is First Trust's First Trust Capital Strength ETF (Large Blend). Trading at $99.56. Current dividend yield: 1.05%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $1.05 |
| Current yield | 1.05% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 25, 2026(in 20 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2636 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 8.86% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 1.42% |
| Expense ratio | 0.53% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Market cap | $7.85B |
| Exchange | NGM |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-25 | $0.2636 |
| 2026-03-26 | $0.2873 |
| 2025-12-12 | $0.2607 |
| 2025-09-25 | $0.2527 |
| 2025-06-26 | $0.2334 |
| 2025-03-27 | $0.2159 |
| 2024-12-13 | $0.4043 |
| 2024-09-26 | $0.2566 |
About FTCS
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the securities that comprise the index. The index seeks to provide exposure to well-capitalized companies with strong market positions that have the potential to provide their stockholders with a greater degree of stability and performance over time.
Frequently asked
What is FTCS's dividend yield?
FTCS (First Trust Capital Strength ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 1.05%, which works out to about $1.05 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is FTCS's next ex-dividend date?
FTCS's next ex-dividend date is Sep 25, 2026 (in 20 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did FTCS last pay a dividend?
FTCS's most recent dividend payment date was Jun 30, 2026.
How often does FTCS pay dividends?
FTCS pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is FTCS growing its dividend?
FTCS has been growing its dividend at a 1.42% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-05. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.