BFOR vs IJH
Barron's 400 ETF compared with iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
BFOR
Barron's 400 ETF
TTM yield · Annual
IJH
iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
Quick take
- IJH yields more today: 1.25% vs 0.52% (forward).
- IJH has grown its payout faster: 8.2%/yr vs -0.6%/yr over the last 5 years.
- BFOR pays once a year; IJH pays every quarter.
- IJH has the longer streak of annual increases: 5 years vs 0.
- Over the last year BFOR delivered the higher total return: +15.8% vs +12.3% (price change plus payouts).
- IJH is cheaper to own: 0.05% vs 0.65% expense ratio.
- IJH has the steadier distribution: consistency 76/100 vs 46/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | BFOR | IJH |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $23.37 | $72.37 |
| TTM yield | 0.52% | 1.25% |
| Forward yield | 0.52% | 1.25% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.1225 | $0.904 |
| Payment frequency | Annual | Quarterly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 17, 2026 (est.) | Dec 15, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.65% | 0.05% |
| 1-year payout growth | -2.8% | +8.4% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | -0.6% | +8.2% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 0 years | 5 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 46/100 | 76/100 |
| 1-year total return | +15.8% | +12.3% |
| 1-year price return | +15.2% | +10.9% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 228.1M | 120.9B |
| Years paying | 12.8 | 26.3 |
| Sector / category | Mid-Cap Blend | Mid-Cap Blend |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| BFOR | IJH | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 427.9 | 138.2 |
| Income per year | $52 | $125 |
| Income per month (avg) | $4 | $10 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model BFOR · Model IJH
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFOR Dec 17, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 | $0.1225 | Est. |
| IJH Dec 15, 2026 | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.226 | Est. |
| IJH Mar 16, 2027 | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.226 | Est. |
| IJH Jun 15, 2027 | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.226 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
BFORIJH
Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, BFOR or IJH?
IJH currently has the higher trailing yield: BFOR yields 0.52% and IJH yields 1.25%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do BFOR and IJH pay?
BFOR pays once a year and IJH pays every quarter. BFOR's next ex-date is Dec 17, 2026 and IJH's is Dec 15, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, BFOR or IJH?
IJH has grown its payout faster: 8.2%/yr vs -0.6%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is BFOR or IJH better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. BFOR and IJH differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.