First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) ETF Dividend Calculator
Calculate dividends from First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund, analyze ETF performance, track distribution history, and plan your ETF investment strategy. See how your ETF investment could grow over time with regular contributions and dividend reinvestment.
Dividend Calculator for FDL (With or Without DRIP)
Investment Parametersfor FDL
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Investment Resultsfor FDL
Projected results after 20 years of investing in FDL
Total Value
$1,291,212
Total Dividends
$512,369
Total Contributions
$130,000
Capital Gains
$648,843
Dividend Growth Projectionfor FDL
Visual representation of FDL investment growth over time
Year-by-Year Breakdown
Detailed breakdown of your investment growth over time
Key Milestones
Important milestones in your investment journey
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.
First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) ETF Overview
Key metrics and essential information about First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund including price, dividend yield, expense ratio, and investment strategy.
ETF Overview
Benchmark
Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index
Performance Metrics
First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) Holdings & Sector Allocation
Top holdings and sector diversification breakdown for First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund
Top Holdings
Note: Holdings shown are approximate top positions. Actual allocations may vary and change over time.
Sector Allocation
Diversification: Sector allocation helps reduce risk by spreading investments across different industries.
First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) Performance & Risk Analysis
Historical performance, risk metrics, and price analysis for First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund
Performance Summary
52-Week Price Range
Risk Analysis
Risk Metrics
Risk Assessment
Volatility: Measures price fluctuation. Lower is generally less risky.
Beta: Measures correlation with market. 1.0 = market average.
Max Drawdown: Largest peak-to-trough decline historically.
First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) Dividend Distribution History
Complete dividend distribution history and upcoming payment dates for First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund
Dividend Summary & Schedule
Key information about FDL dividend payments and upcoming schedule
Upcoming Dividend Dates
What These Dates Mean
Complete Dividend Payment History
Historical FDL dividend payments, ex-dividend dates, and payment amounts
Quick Summary:
Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) Information
Understanding FDL dividend reinvestment options and automatic compounding
DRIP Benefits
- ✓Automatic Compounding: Reinvest dividends to buy more shares automatically
- ✓No Commission Fees: Avoid trading fees on dividend reinvestment
- ✓Fractional Shares: Reinvest partial dividends into fractional share ownership
- ✓Long-term Growth: Accelerate wealth building through compound growth
How to Enroll
DRIP Investment Example
Initial Investment: 100 shares of FDL at $43.96 per share
Annual Dividend Income: N/A(3.0% yield)
With DRIP: After 10 years, you could own approximately 120+ shares through automatic dividend reinvestment, significantly increasing your future income potential.
FDL Dividend Payments
Dividend Yield: FDL currently offers a 3.0% dividend yield, meaning for every $100 invested, you'll receive $0.03 annually in dividend payments.
Payment Schedule: FDL typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis, with payments usually occurring in March, June, September, and December. The ex-dividend date is the cutoff for receiving the next dividend payment.
Dividend Growth: FDL has demonstrated a commitment to increasing dividends over time, providing investors with growing income streams. This dividend growth can help protect against inflation and increase the total return on your investment.
Investment Strategy: Consider FDL for a dividend growth strategy, where you benefit from both current income and increasing dividend payments over time. The consistent payment schedule makes it easier to plan for income needs.
Data Sources
Price and dividend data from Alpha Vantage API. ETF holdings and sector allocation data from fund prospectus and regulatory filings.
ETF Information
Important Notice
This ETF dividend calculator is for informational and educational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ETF holdings and allocations may change. Always consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.