BYLD Distribution History & Yield
iShares Yield Optimized Bond ETF
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 (in 23 days) | Oct 16, 2026 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 15, 2026 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 (in 83 days) | Dec 15, 2026 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 113 days) | Jan 14, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 (in 143 days) | Feb 13, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 15, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 (in 203 days) | Apr 14, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 (in 233 days) | May 14, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Sun, May 30, 2027 (in 263 days) | Jun 13, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 29, 2027 (in 293 days) | Jul 13, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 29, 2027 (in 323 days) | Aug 12, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 28, 2027 (in 353 days) | Sep 11, 2027 | $0.0998 | $9.98 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BYLD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.198 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BYLD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,002 | $22,247 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,009 | $111,235 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,017 | $222,471 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.39%. $10,000 in BYLD would currently pay about $539 a year ($45 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BYLD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | — | $0.091 | -9.9% |
| Aug 4, 2026 | — | $0.101 | +2.0% |
| Jul 2, 2026 | — | $0.099 | +1.0% |
| Jun 2, 2026 | — | $0.098 | -3.9% |
| May 4, 2026 | — | $0.102 | -1.0% |
| Apr 2, 2026 | — | $0.103 | +6.2% |
| Mar 3, 2026 | — | $0.097 | -6.7% |
| Feb 3, 2026 | — | $0.104 | +3.0% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | — | $0.101 | +1.0% |
| Dec 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | -2.0% |
| Nov 4, 2025 | — | $0.102 | +2.0% |
| Oct 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | -2.0% |
| Sep 3, 2025 | — | $0.102 | +1.0% |
| Aug 4, 2025 | — | $0.101 | +2.0% |
| Jul 2, 2025 | — | $0.099 | -2.0% |
| Jun 3, 2025 | — | $0.101 | +1.0% |
| May 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +0.0% |
| Apr 2, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +2.0% |
| Mar 4, 2025 | — | $0.098 | -8.4% |
| Feb 4, 2025 | — | $0.107 | +2.9% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.104 | +4.0% |
| Dec 3, 2024 | — | $0.10 | -3.8% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | — | $0.104 | +4.0% |
| Oct 2, 2024 | — | $0.10 | -2.9% |
Payout risk check
BYLD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved -2.2% over the past year.
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.
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BYLD distribution FAQ
When is BYLD's next ex-distribution date?
BYLD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 2, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0998 per share, expected on Oct 16, 2026.
How often does BYLD pay distributions?
BYLD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.091 per share with an ex-date of Sep 2, 2026.
What is BYLD's distribution yield?
BYLD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.39%, based on $1.198 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $22.21. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.198 per share, is 5.39%.
How much does BYLD pay per share?
BYLD pays about $0.0998 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.198 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $119.80 a year.
Has BYLD grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, BYLD'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 BYLD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.39%, you would need about 1,002 shares of BYLD (roughly $22,247 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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