First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (LGOV) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (LGOV) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. It pays a current dividend yield of 4.96% ($1.01 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was October 21, 2026, with payment scheduled for October 30, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $614M. Review LGOV dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

LGOV fund composition

LGOV holds 177 positions, with 0.3% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.49%, and manages $614.3M.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
MGOVFirst Trust Intermediate Government Opportunities ETF0.29%
FVU6C 107.52026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 C 107.500.00%
FVU6P 1062026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 1060.00%
FVU6P 107.52026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 107.500.00%
FVU6P 107.752026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 107.750.00%
FVU6P 1082026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 1080.00%
FVU6P 108.252026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 108.250.00%
FVU6P 108.52026-08-21 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Sep26 P 108.500.00%
FVZ6C 108.252026-11-20 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Dec26 C 108.250.00%
FVZ6P 105.52026-11-20 US 5YR NOTE (CBT) Dec26 P 105.500.00%

Sector allocation

Securitized53.6%Government46.0%Cash & Others0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions about First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (LGOV)

What is First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF's dividend yield?
First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (LGOV) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 4.96%, which works out to $1.01 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF pay distributions?
The most recent ex-dividend date was October 21, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is October 30, 2026.
How many years has First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF increased its dividend?
First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (LGOV) has increased its dividend for 3 consecutive years.
What does First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF invest in?
The primary aim of the First Trust Long Duration Opportunities ETF (the "Fund") is to generate consistent income while prioritizing the protection of capital. Under typical market conditions, the Fund will commit a minimum of 80% of its net assets (including funds obtained through borrowing) to a portfolio of high-quality debt instruments. These securities are issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies, or government-sponsored entities, encompassing publicly issued U.S. Treasury securities and mortgage-related securities. Additionally, the Fund has the flexibility to invest in...