BNDP Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Core-Plus Bond Index ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 2, 2026 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.2659 | $26.59 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BNDP's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.4567 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 10 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BNDP do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 377 | $26,862 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,881 | $134,308 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,761 | $268,616 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.47%. $10,000 in BNDP would currently pay about $447 a year ($37 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BNDP distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.28 | -2.4% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.287 | +0.7% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.285 | +5.6% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.27 | -4.3% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.282 | +3.3% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.273 | -1.4% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.277 | +9.1% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $0.254 | -4.9% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.267 | +45.1% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | Dec 26, 2025 | $0.184 | — |
Payout risk check
BNDP's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 89/100).
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Vanguard Core-Plus Bond Index ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the bonds that make up the Target Index and in securities that the advisor determines have substantially identical economic characteristics to the securities that make up the Target Index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Intermediate Core-Plus Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 23, 2025. 10 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BNDP distribution FAQ
When is BNDP's next ex-distribution date?
BNDP's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2659 per share, expected on Nov 2, 2026.
How often does BNDP pay distributions?
BNDP pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.28 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is BNDP's distribution yield?
BNDP's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.72%, based on $2.659 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $71.43. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.1908 per share, is 4.47%.
How much does BNDP pay per share?
BNDP pays about $0.2659 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.1908 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $319.08 a year.
Has BNDP grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, BNDP's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of BNDP do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.47%, you would need about 377 shares of BNDP (roughly $26,862 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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