LGOV is First Trust's First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (Long Government). Trading at $20.78. Current dividend yield: 4.44%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.93 |
| Current yield | 4.44% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 21, 2026(in 14 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0775 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | -4.24% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 26.76% |
| Expense ratio | 0.49% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Market cap | $664M |
| Exchange | PCX |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-21 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-07-21 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-06-25 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-04-21 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-03-26 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-02-20 | $0.0775 |
| 2026-01-21 | $0.0775 |
About LGOV
Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in a portfolio of investment-grade debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies or government-sponsored entities, including publicly-issued U.S. Treasury securities and mortgage-related securities. It may also invest in exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") that principally invest in such securities.
Frequently asked
What is LGOV's dividend yield?
LGOV (First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 4.44%, which works out to about $0.93 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is LGOV's next ex-dividend date?
LGOV's next ex-dividend date is Sep 21, 2026 (in 14 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did LGOV last pay a dividend?
LGOV's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 31, 2026.
How often does LGOV pay dividends?
LGOV pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is LGOV growing its dividend?
LGOV has been growing its dividend at a 26.76% 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 2026-09-07. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.