FTSL is First Trust's First Trust Senior Loan Fund (Bank Loan). Trading at $44.90. Current dividend yield: 6.31%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $2.83 |
| Current yield | 6.31% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 21, 2026(in 17 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2250 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 12.81% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 12.47% |
| Expense ratio | 0.70% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Market cap | $2.29B |
| Exchange | NGM |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-21 | $0.2250 |
| 2026-07-21 | $0.2250 |
| 2026-06-25 | $0.2300 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.2350 |
| 2026-04-21 | $0.2350 |
| 2026-03-26 | $0.2350 |
| 2026-02-20 | $0.2400 |
| 2026-01-21 | $0.2400 |
About FTSL
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in first lien senior floating rate bank loans (“Senior Loans”). The fund invests in Senior Loans made predominantly to businesses operating in North America, but may also invest in Senior Loans made to businesses operating outside of North America.
Frequently asked
What is FTSL's dividend yield?
FTSL (First Trust Senior Loan Fund) currently has a dividend yield of 6.31%, which works out to about $2.83 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is FTSL's next ex-dividend date?
FTSL's next ex-dividend date is Sep 21, 2026 (in 17 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did FTSL last pay a dividend?
FTSL's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 31, 2026.
How often does FTSL pay dividends?
FTSL pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is FTSL growing its dividend?
FTSL has been growing its dividend at a 12.47% 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 2026-09-04. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.