NASDAQ:FCEF

First Trust Cef Income Opportunity Etf ETF Dividends

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$23.74
-0.137 (-0.575%)
At Close: Jun 03, 2026

FCEF Dividends Insights

FCEF pays dividends monthly. Last paid amount was $0.138 at May 29, 2026. As of today, dividend yield (TTM) is 6.86%.

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Key Stats

Dividend Yield (TTM) 6.86%
Frequency Monthly
1Y Growth 1.85%
Payout Ratio 0
Amount Per Share $0.138
Next Ex-Dividend Date May 12, 2026
Next Payment Date May 29, 2026

FCEF Dividend Payout History

To ensure a understanding of FCEF's dividend performance, consider examining the historical payout ratios and how they align with the company's earnings. Fluctuations in payout amounts may reflect changes in the company's dividend policy or earnings stability.


# Declaration Date Ex-Date Pay Date Amount Yield
91 Nov 09, 2018 Nov 09, 2018 Nov 30, 2018 $0.0950 0.465%
92 Oct 10, 2018 Oct 11, 2018 Oct 31, 2018 $0.0950 0.465%
93 Sep 11, 2018 Sep 11, 2018 Sep 28, 2018 $0.0950 0.431%
94 Aug 10, 2018 Aug 10, 2018 Aug 31, 2018 $0.0950 0.427%
95 Jul 11, 2018 Jul 11, 2018 Jul 31, 2018 $0.0950 0.432%
96 Jun 12, 2018 Jun 12, 2018 Jun 29, 2018 $0.0950 0.439%
97 May 10, 2018 May 11, 2018 May 31, 2018 $0.0950 0.438%
98 Apr 11, 2018 Apr 11, 2018 Apr 30, 2018 $0.0950 0.441%
99 Mar 13, 2018 Mar 13, 2018 Mar 29, 2018 $0.0900 0.421%
100 Feb 13, 2018 Feb 13, 2018 Feb 28, 2018 $0.0900 0.415%
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Comparing FCEF to Sector and Country

FCEF pays a solid dividend yield of 6.86%, which is higher than the average of the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (0.86%). FCEF’s dividend yield is lower than the average of the top 25% of dividend payers in the Financial Services sector in the US market (8.94%), which means that there are more attractive dividend ETFs to consider.

FAQ

What factors can affect the amount of FCEF's dividend payments?
The amount of FCEF's dividends can fluctuate based on several factors, including the company's financial performance, earnings, cash flow, capital requirements, and overall market conditions. Changes in FCEF sector's trends, interest rate shifts, and the company's operational adjustments can also influence dividend decisions.

Can dividends from FCEF stock be automatically reinvested?
If FCEF offers a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP), shareholders may have the option to automatically reinvest dividends to purchase additional shares. Please check with your brokerage for the availability and details of such a plan. Here's an easy guide on how to buy FCEF stock.

How often does FCEF pay dividend?
First Trust CEF Income Opportunity ETF (FCEF) pays dividends monthly. The most recent payout was on May 29, 2026. The upcoming dividend Ex Date is May 12, 2026, with an amount of $0.138.

How much does FCEF pays per share?
The last recorder (May 12, 2026) dividend per share was $0.138.

What is FCEF dividend growth rate?
Over the last year, First Trust CEF Income Opportunity ETF has witnessed growth rate of 1.85% . Looking back over the past 3 years, this growth rate has been 5.23%. Furthermore, examining the past 5 years, First Trust CEF Income Opportunity ETF has maintained an average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of 6.58%.
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