Preferred Stock ETFs — Monthly Hybrid Income
Preferred-stock ETFs (PFF, PFFA, PFFD, PGX) for monthly income
Data updated 2026-09-09. Yields refresh on an hourly cache.
PFF, PFFA, PFFD, PGX. Not the same as a covered-call ETF.
Preferreds sit between bonds and common stock. They often pay monthly. Rate sensitivity is real. PFF is the broad index; PFFA is a common active alternative.
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Frequently asked questions
What are preferred stock ETFs?
They hold preferred shares that usually pay a fixed or floating coupon, often monthly. PFF is the broad benchmark.
Do preferred ETFs yield more than SCHD?
Often yes, because they are hybrid credit, not dividend-growth equity. They can lose money when rates rise.