EMB Distribution History & Yield
iShares J.P. Morgan USD Emerging Markets Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.4112 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 29, 2027 | $0.4113 | $41.12 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EMB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $5.3462 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EMB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 244 | $22,286 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,216 | $111,429 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,432 | $222,857 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.38%. $10,000 in EMB would currently pay about $538 a year ($45 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EMB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 6, 2026 | $0.444 | +7.2% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.414 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.414 | +3.5% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.40 | -1.7% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.407 | -0.7% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.41 | -9.9% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.455 | +12.9% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.403 | -2.9% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.415 | +8.4% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 | $0.383 | +3.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $0.372 | -11.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.418 | +6.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $0.393 | -2.2% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 | $0.402 | -2.2% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.411 | +8.2% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 7, 2025 | $0.38 | -6.2% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $0.405 | +0.7% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $0.402 | +0.5% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 4, 2025 | $0.40 | +3.6% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | $0.386 | -12.5% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | $0.441 | +72.9% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Jan 3, 2025 | $0.255 | -40.6% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 | $0.429 | +10.6% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $0.388 | -8.1% |
Payout risk check
EMB's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved -3.7% 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 iShares J.P. Morgan USD Emerging Markets Bond ETF
The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index and will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the underlying index. The index is a broad, diverse U.S. dollar-denominated emerging markets debt benchmark that tracks the total return of actively traded external debt instruments in emerging market countries.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Emerging Markets Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 27, 2007. 227 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EMB distribution FAQ
When is EMB's next ex-distribution date?
EMB'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 $0.4112 per share, expected on Nov 3, 2026.
How often does EMB pay distributions?
EMB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.444 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is EMB's distribution yield?
EMB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.38%, based on $4.935 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $91.65. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.935 per share, is 5.38%.
How much does EMB pay per share?
EMB pays about $0.4112 per share each month, which works out to roughly $4.935 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $493.50 a year.
Has EMB grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, EMB'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 EMB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.38%, you would need about 244 shares of EMB (roughly $22,286 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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