CBON Distribution History & Yield
VanEck China Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0287 | $2.87 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from CBON's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.3727 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much CBON do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 3,489 | $84,265 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 17,442 | $421,326 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 34,884 | $842,651 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.42%. $10,000 in CBON would currently pay about $142 a year ($12 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
CBON distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.024 | -11.1% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.027 | +3.8% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.026 | -7.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.028 | +3.7% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.027 | +3.8% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.026 | -23.5% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.034 | +21.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.028 | -9.7% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.031 | +0.0% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.031 | +3.3% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.03 | -6.2% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.032 | +3.2% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.031 | +3.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.03 | -9.1% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.033 | +3.1% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.032 | -5.9% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.034 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.034 | +6.2% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.032 | +6.7% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.03 | +0.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.03 | -47.4% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.057 | +78.1% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.032 | -5.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.034 | +3.0% |
Payout risk check
CBON's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 90/100).
Its share price moved +7.9% 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.
About VanEck China Bond ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index is calculated by FTSE Russell Ltd. and is entirely comprised of fixed-rate, Renminbi-denominated bonds issued in the People’s Republic of China (“China” or the “PRC”) by Chinese credit, governmental and quasi-governmental (e.g.,policy banks) issuers (“RMB Bonds”) with a maturity of 0-10 years. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: Emerging-Markets Local-Currency Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 29, 2014. 140 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
CBON distribution FAQ
When is CBON's next ex-distribution date?
CBON'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 $0.0287 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does CBON pay distributions?
CBON pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.024 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is CBON's distribution yield?
CBON's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.42%, based on $0.344 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.16. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.344 per share, is 1.42%.
How much does CBON pay per share?
CBON pays about $0.0287 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.344 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $34.40 a year.
Has CBON grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, CBON'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 CBON do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.42%, you would need about 3,489 shares of CBON (roughly $84,265 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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