First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF (ROBT) dividend history and yield
Dividend summary
- Frequency
- Semi-annual
- Trailing 12 months
- $0.01
- Forward yield
- 0.02%
First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF pays distributions on a semi-annual schedule. The fund's most recent distribution of $0.0094 per share had an ex-distribution date of June 25, 2026, and was paid on June 30, 2026. Over the trailing 12 months, the fund has paid a total of $0.0094 per share, which translates to a yield of 0.02% at a share price of $59.
Distribution amounts vary significantly from payment to payment. Across full calendar years, total distributions were $0.0856 per share in 2020 across four quarterly payments, $0.0325 per share in 2021 from a single payment, $0.1266 per share in 2022 across three payments, $0.1065 per share in 2023 across three payments, and $0.3074 per share in 2024 across two payments. Single distribution amounts across all recorded payments have ranged from a low of $0.0052 per share in June 2020 to a high of $0.2230 per share in December 2024.
The fund's distribution growth streak stands at 0 years, reflecting annual total fluctuations. Following its stated semi-annual frequency, the fund's next distribution would be expected in late 2026 if the regular distribution schedule continues.
Dividend per share by year
Dividend history
| Declared | Ex-dividend date | Pay date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.01 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.22 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Jun 27, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $0.08 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | Dec 22, 2023 | Dec 29, 2023 | $0.03 |
| Jun 26, 2023 | Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | $0.07 |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | $0.01 |
| Dec 22, 2022 | Dec 23, 2022 | Dec 30, 2022 | $0.05 |
| Jun 23, 2022 | Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | $0.07 |
| Mar 24, 2022 | Mar 25, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | $0.01 |
| Feb 2, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | $0.03 |
| Dec 23, 2020 | Dec 24, 2020 | Dec 31, 2020 | $0.05 |
| Sep 23, 2020 | Sep 24, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | $0.01 |
| Jun 24, 2020 | Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | $0.01 |
| Mar 25, 2020 | Mar 26, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | $0.02 |
| Dec 12, 2019 | Dec 13, 2019 | Dec 31, 2019 | $0.01 |
Frequently asked questions
Does First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF (ROBT) pay a distribution?
Yes. First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF pays a semi-annual distribution; the most recent payment was $0.01 per share.
What is ROBT's distribution yield?
First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF paid $0.01 per share over the trailing twelve months, a yield of 0.02% at the last price of $57.45. Click here to learn more
When is ROBT's most recent ex-distribution date?
First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF's most recent ex-distribution date is Jun 25, 2026, payable on Jun 30, 2026.
What is the difference between ex and payment dates?
An ex-date is the cutoff day for ownership, the payment date is when the distribution actually happens. Click here to learn more
Dividend amounts and dates are supplied by third parties and may be revised. Declaring, raising, cutting or suspending a dividend is entirely at the issuer’s discretion, and scheduled dates are estimates until declared. A past record of payments does not mean future payments will be made. Nothing here suggests trading around a distribution.
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