MCHI vs PGJ
iShares MSCI China ETF compared with Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
MCHI
iShares MSCI China ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
PGJ
Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
Quick take
- PGJ yields more today: 2.78% vs 1.42% (forward).
- PGJ has grown its payout faster: 39.4%/yr vs 7.0%/yr over the last 5 years.
- MCHI pays twice a year; PGJ pays every quarter.
- Over the last year MCHI delivered the higher total return: -20.9% vs -34.5% (price change plus payouts).
- MCHI is cheaper to own: 0.59% vs 0.70% expense ratio.
- MCHI has the steadier distribution: consistency 53/100 vs 41/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | MCHI | PGJ |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $50.96 | $21.31 |
| TTM yield | 2.15% | 2.02% |
| Forward yield | 1.42% | 2.78% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.722 | $0.592 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Quarterly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Dec 21, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.59% | 0.70% |
| 1-year payout growth | -23.2% | +22.4% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +7.0% | +39.4% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 0 years | 1 year |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 53/100 | 41/100 |
| 1-year total return | -20.9% | -34.5% |
| 1-year price return | -22.6% | -35.8% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 6.0B | 84.5M |
| Years paying | 15.3 | 21.3 |
| Sector / category | Greater China Region | Greater China Region |
✓ 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
| MCHI | PGJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 196.2 | 469.3 |
| Income per year | $142 | $278 |
| Income per month (avg) | $12 | $23 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model MCHI · Model PGJ
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCHI Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 19, 2026 | $0.361 | Est. |
| MCHI Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 19, 2027 | $0.361 | Est. |
| PGJ Dec 21, 2026 | Dec 25, 2026 | $0.148 | Est. |
| PGJ Mar 22, 2027 | Mar 26, 2027 | $0.148 | Est. |
| PGJ Jun 21, 2027 | Jun 25, 2027 | $0.148 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
MCHIPGJ
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, MCHI or PGJ?
MCHI currently has the higher trailing yield: MCHI yields 2.15% and PGJ yields 2.02%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do MCHI and PGJ pay?
MCHI pays twice a year and PGJ pays every quarter. MCHI's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and PGJ's is Dec 21, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, MCHI or PGJ?
PGJ has grown its payout faster: 39.4%/yr vs 7.0%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is MCHI or PGJ better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. MCHI and PGJ 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.