Will KNG pay a dividend in October?

Based on its monthly schedule, KNG is expected to go ex-dividend around October 22, 2026. The exact date and amount are set by First Trust when the dividend is declared.

How often does KNG pay dividends?

KNG pays monthly. It made 12 payments in the last 12 months.

What was KNG's last dividend?

KNG's most recent dividend was $0.345 per share, with an ex-dividend date of September 24, 2026.

How much has KNG paid in the last 12 months?

KNG paid $4.211 per share over the last 12 months across 12 payments. That is down 3.3% from the 12 months before.

What does the ex-dividend date mean?

You need to own KNG before the ex-dividend date to receive that payout. If you buy on or after the ex-date, the seller gets the dividend. The pay date is when the cash actually lands in your account.

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KNG Dividend Dates 2026: Ex-Dividend Dates, Pay Dates & Amounts

FT Vest S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF Pays monthly First Trust

~Oct 22Next Ex-Date (est.)

$0.345Last Dividend

$4.211Paid, Last 12 Mo

9%Dividend Yield

Dividend data updated: October 14, 2026 · Source: Yahoo Finance

KNG next dividend

$KNG has not declared its next dividend yet. Based on its monthly pattern, the next ex-dividend date is expected around October 22, 2026. The last dividend was $0.345 per share (ex-date September 24, 2026), down 4.7% from the one before. Over the last 12 months $KNG paid $4.211 per share across 12 payments.

KNG Dividends Paid in 2026

9 payments so far in 2026, totaling $3.179 per share. Newest first.

Ex-dividend date	Amount	Change
Sep 24, 2026	$0.345	-4.7%
Aug 21, 2026	$0.362	+0.6%
Jul 21, 2026	$0.36	+3.7%
Jun 25, 2026	$0.347	+2.1%
May 21, 2026	$0.34	-2.3%
Apr 21, 2026	$0.348	+0.9%
Mar 26, 2026	$0.345	-6.8%
Feb 20, 2026	$0.37	+2.2%
Jan 21, 2026	$0.362	+5.2%

Expected KNG Ex-Dividend Dates for the Rest of 2026

Estimated from KNG's recent monthly payment pattern. First Trust sets the official dates and amounts when each dividend is declared, so treat these as a guide.

Expected ex-date	Status
Around Oct 22, 2026	Estimate
Around Nov 23, 2026	Estimate
Around Dec 22, 2026	Estimate

KNG Dividends Paid in 2025

12 payments totaling $4.235 per share.

Ex-dividend date	Amount	Change
Dec 12, 2025	$0.344	-
Nov 21, 2025	$0.344	-
Oct 21, 2025	$0.344	-1.1%
Sep 25, 2025	$0.348	-2.2%
Aug 21, 2025	$0.356	+0.3%
Jul 22, 2025	$0.355	+1.4%
Jun 26, 2025	$0.35	-2.8%
May 21, 2025	$0.36	+4.0%
Apr 22, 2025	$0.346	-4.7%
Mar 27, 2025	$0.363	+0.3%
Feb 21, 2025	$0.362	-0.3%
Jan 22, 2025	$0.363	-4.0%

KNG Dividends by Year

Year	Payments	Total per share
2026 (so far)	9	$3.179
2025	12	$4.235
2024	12	$4.559
2023	7	$3.056
2022	4	$2.047
2021	4	$1.974
2020	4	$1.724
2019	4	$1.894
2018	3	$1.32

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KNG Dividend Dates FAQ

When is KNG's next ex-dividend date?+
KNG has not announced its next dividend yet. Based on its monthly payment pattern, the next ex-dividend date is expected around October 22, 2026. Check First Trust's website to confirm once it is declared.
Will KNG pay a dividend in October?+
Based on its monthly schedule, KNG is expected to go ex-dividend around October 22, 2026. The exact date and amount are set by First Trust when the dividend is declared.
How often does KNG pay dividends?+
KNG pays monthly. It made 12 payments in the last 12 months.
What was KNG's last dividend?+
KNG's most recent dividend was $0.345 per share, with an ex-dividend date of September 24, 2026.
How much has KNG paid in the last 12 months?+
KNG paid $4.211 per share over the last 12 months across 12 payments. That is down 3.3% from the 12 months before.
What does the ex-dividend date mean?+
You need to own KNG before the ex-dividend date to receive that payout. If you buy on or after the ex-date, the seller gets the dividend. The pay date is when the cash actually lands in your account.

Important Disclaimer

TopDividendETFs.com is published by Dividend Empire LLC for educational and informational purposes only. Dividend dates and amounts come from Yahoo Finance and are refreshed daily, but may be delayed, incomplete or adjusted for splits. Expected dates are estimates based on past payment patterns, not announcements. Distributions can change or stop and may include return of capital. Always confirm dates and amounts with First Trust before investing. This is not financial advice.