How often does TEST pay dividends?

TEST currently distributes every week, based on its recent payment history. Its most recent ex-dividend date was Jul 14, 2026 at $0.2153 per share.

When is TEST's next ex-dividend date?

Based on its recent schedule, TEST's next ex-dividend date is estimated around Jul 21, 2026, with payment around Aug 20, 2026. This is an estimate — the fund's official announcement is authoritative.

What is TEST's dividend yield?

Over the trailing 12 months, TEST paid $7.56 per share in distributions, a yield of about 17.4% at the current share price. High-yield fund distributions vary, so trailing yield may differ from forward yield.

What is TEST's total return with dividends reinvested?

A $10,000 investment in TEST on Nov 18, 2025 would be worth about $10,258 on Jul 15, 2026 with all distributions reinvested (+2.6%). Share price alone moved -12.5% over the same period.

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TEST Dividend: Next Ex-Date, History & Total Return

TEST

$43.44

17.4% trailing yield

52-wk range $40.52 – $57.12

Data as of Jul 16, 2026

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Next TEST Dividend

EstimatedWeekly payer

Estimated next ex-dividend date

Jul 21, 2026

Estimated pay date

Aug 20, 2026

Estimated amount per share

$0.2142

Estimated from TEST's recent distribution schedule (last actual ex-date: Jul 14, 2026 at $0.2153/share). Amounts vary each period — confirm with the fund's official announcement.

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TEST Dividend History

33 distributions since Dec 2, 2025 · trailing 12-month total $7.56/share (17.4% of current price)

Ex-dividend date	Pay date	Amount per share
Jul 14, 2026	Aug 14, 2026	$0.2153
Jul 7, 2026	Aug 7, 2026	$0.2261
Jun 30, 2026	Jul 30, 2026	$0.2012
Jun 23, 2026	Jul 23, 2026	$0.2130
Jun 16, 2026	Jul 16, 2026	$0.2121
Jun 9, 2026	Jul 9, 2026	$0.2182
Jun 2, 2026	Jul 2, 2026	$0.2294
May 27, 2026	Jun 27, 2026	$0.2228
May 19, 2026	Jun 19, 2026	$0.2217
May 12, 2026	Jun 12, 2026	$0.2190
May 5, 2026	Jun 5, 2026	$0.2095
Apr 28, 2026	May 28, 2026	$0.2073

Total distributions by year

2026 (28 payments)

$6.24/share

2025 (5 payments)

$1.32/share

If You Invested $10,000 in TEST

Nov 18, 2025 to Jul 15, 2026, using actual prices and distributions

Show cash-dividend line

End value with DRIP

$10,258

+2.6%

End value, dividends as cash

$10,271

+2.7% · $1,523 cash collected

Share price alone

-12.5%

excluding all dividends

Annualized (DRIP)

+4.0%

over 0.7 years

Historical performance. Reinvestment modeled at the closing price on the first trading day on or after each ex-dividend date. Past results do not predict future returns.

TEST vs SPY & QQQ

$10,000 invested Nov 18, 2025 to Jul 15, 2026, all dividends reinvested

SPYQQQ

TEST (this fund)

$10,258

+2.6% total

SPY

$11,530

+15.3% total

QQQ

$12,080

+20.8% total

An honest yardstick for income funds: high distributions can still trail simply holding a broad index. All series use actual prices and distributions with reinvestment on the ex-date.

Dividend Calculator for TEST (With or Without DRIP)

Investment Parametersfor TEST

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Initial Investment

$100$10,000$100K

Dividend YieldDefault: Recent payouts annualized

0%25.7%200%

Dividend Growth RateDefault: Last 3mo trend

-50%1.1%50%

Monthly Contribution

$0$500$5K

Annual Stock GrowthDefault: 12-month actual

-50%-18.5%50%

Years to Hold

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TEST Investment Growth Projection

Projected growth and dividend income after 20 years of investing in TEST

Total Value

$361,034

Total Dividends

$767,308

Total Contributions

$130,000

Capital Gains

-$536,275

Final Dividend Yield31.8%

Annual Income$114,819

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of your investment growth over time

Disclaimer: These calculations are hypothetical projections for educational purposes only. Actual investment returns may vary significantly due to market conditions, dividend changes, and other factors. Not financial advice - consult a qualified advisor before investing.

TEST House Money Calculator

How long until distributions alone repay your initial investment, at the recent payout rate

Investment amount

Buys ~230.2 shares at $43.44 · recent average distribution $0.2163/share weekly

Estimated time to breakeven

3.9 yrs

~201 weekly payments

Income per payment

$49.79

weekly

Annual income (trailing rate)

$2,589

25.9% on invested amount

Planning heuristic: assumes future distributions match the recent average and ignores share price changes and taxes. High-yield fund distributions vary significantly.

TEST Income Goal Calculator

How much you would need invested today to reach a monthly income target, at the trailing 12-month payout rate

Target monthly income

Investment needed

$34,459

Shares needed

794

at $43.44

Effective yield used

17.4%

trailing 12 months

Based on the trailing 12-month distributions per share. Future distributions can be higher or lower; this is not a guarantee of income.

About YieldMax TEST

Single-stock and portfolio option income strategies targeting ultra-high yield distributions.

Strategy highlights

•Covered call overlays on single stocks, indexes, or baskets
•Monthly or weekly distribution schedules by group
•High headline yields with options-driven income

Risk considerations

•Options overlays cap upside
•High distribution variability by group
•Underlying single-stock concentration for many tickers

Tax Considerations

Distributions from options-income ETFs are often classified partly as return of capital (ROC), which reduces your cost basis rather than being taxed as ordinary income in the year received. The exact split is published in the fund’s 19a-1 notices and finalized on your 1099-DIV.

Because YieldMax distributions are large relative to share price, many investors hold these funds in tax-advantaged accounts (IRA, Roth IRA) to simplify tax treatment. Consult a tax professional for your situation.

TEST Dividend FAQ

How often does TEST pay dividends?: TEST currently distributes every week, based on its recent payment history. Its most recent ex-dividend date was Jul 14, 2026 at $0.2153 per share.
When is TEST's next ex-dividend date?: Based on its recent schedule, TEST's next ex-dividend date is estimated around Jul 21, 2026, with payment around Aug 20, 2026. This is an estimate — the fund's official announcement is authoritative.
What is TEST's dividend yield?: Over the trailing 12 months, TEST paid $7.56 per share in distributions, a yield of about 17.4% at the current share price. High-yield fund distributions vary, so trailing yield may differ from forward yield.
What is TEST's total return with dividends reinvested?: A $10,000 investment in TEST on Nov 18, 2025 would be worth about $10,258 on Jul 15, 2026 with all distributions reinvested (+2.6%). Share price alone moved -12.5% over the same period.

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Data as of Jul 16, 2026 (quotes delayed 15+ minutes). Data is refreshed daily from market sources. Nothing on this page is investment advice. Estimates (next dividend date, amounts, breakeven timelines) are derived from historical distributions and can differ from actual fund announcements. See how these numbers are calculated.