EMLC Distribution History & Yield
VanEck J.P. Morgan EM Local Currency Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.132 | $13.20 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EMLC's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.584 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EMLC do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 758 | $19,417 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,788 | $97,083 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,576 | $194,167 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.18%. $10,000 in EMLC would currently pay about $618 a year ($52 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EMLC distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.13 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.13 | -9.7% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.144 | +3.6% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.139 | +1.5% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.137 | -2.8% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.141 | +17.5% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.12 | -0.8% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.121 | -12.9% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.139 | +8.6% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.128 | -0.8% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.129 | +2.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.126 | -6.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.134 | +0.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.134 | +8.1% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.124 | +1.6% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.122 | -3.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.127 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.127 | +10.4% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.115 | -5.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.121 | -7.6% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.131 | +2.3% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.128 | -3.8% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.133 | +8.1% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.123 | -6.8% |
Payout risk check
EMLC's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved +1.1% 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 J.P. Morgan EM Local Currency 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 comprised of bonds issued by emerging market governments and denominated in the local currency of the issuer. It may concentrate its investments in a particular industry or group of industries to the extent that the index concentrates in an industry or group of industries. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: Emerging-Markets Local-Currency Bond. First distribution on our records: Sep 1, 2010. 193 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EMLC distribution FAQ
When is EMLC's next ex-distribution date?
EMLC's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.132 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does EMLC pay distributions?
EMLC pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.13 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is EMLC's distribution yield?
EMLC's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.18%, based on $1.584 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.63. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.584 per share, is 6.18%.
How much does EMLC pay per share?
EMLC pays about $0.132 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.584 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $158.40 a year.
Has EMLC grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, EMLC'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 EMLC do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.18%, you would need about 758 shares of EMLC (roughly $19,417 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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