IJH vs SMCO
iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF compared with Hilton Small-Midcap Opportunity ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
IJH
iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
SMCO
Hilton Small-Midcap Opportunity ETF
TTM yield · Annual
Quick take
- IJH yields more today: 1.01% vs 0.94% (forward).
- SMCO has grown its payout faster: 126.9%/yr vs 3.4%/yr over the last 1 year.
- IJH pays every quarter; SMCO pays once a year.
- IJH has the longer streak of annual increases: 5 years vs 2.
- Over the last year IJH delivered the higher total return: +15.9% vs +8.6% (price change plus payouts).
- IJH is cheaper to own: 0.05% vs 0.55% expense ratio.
- IJH has the steadier distribution: consistency 76/100 vs 20/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | IJH | SMCO |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $74.67 | $28.68 |
| TTM yield | 1.19% | 0.94% |
| Forward yield | 1.01% | 0.94% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.756 | $0.27 |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly | Annual |
| Next ex-date | Sep 14, 2026 (est.) | Jan 1, 2027 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.05% | 0.55% |
| 1-year payout growth | +3.4% | +126.9% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +8.9% | — |
| Consecutive years of increases | 5 years | 2 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 76/100 | 20/100 |
| 1-year total return | +15.9% | +8.6% |
| 1-year price return | +14.6% | +7.6% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 124.9B | 138.7M |
| Years paying | 26.2 | 2.7 |
| 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
| IJH | SMCO | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 133.9 | 348.6 |
| Income per year | $101 | $94 |
| Income per month (avg) | $8 | $8 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model IJH · Model SMCO
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| IJH Sep 14, 2026 | Sep 28, 2026 | $0.189 | Est. |
| IJH Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.189 | Est. |
| IJH Mar 15, 2027 | Mar 29, 2027 | $0.189 | Est. |
| SMCO Jan 1, 2027 | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.27 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
IJHSMCO
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, IJH or SMCO?
IJH currently has the higher trailing yield: IJH yields 1.19% and SMCO yields 0.94%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do IJH and SMCO pay?
IJH pays every quarter and SMCO pays once a year. IJH's next ex-date is Sep 14, 2026 and SMCO's is Jan 1, 2027.
Which has grown its dividend faster, IJH or SMCO?
SMCO has grown its payout faster: 126.9%/yr vs 3.4%/yr over the last 1 year.
Is IJH or SMCO better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. IJH and SMCO 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.