ESMV Distribution History & Yield
iShares ESG Optimized MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 (in 50 days) | Dec 18, 2026 | $0.106 | $10.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 16, 2027 (in 141 days) | Mar 19, 2027 | $0.106 | $10.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 15, 2027 (in 232 days) | Jun 18, 2027 | $0.106 | $10.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Sep 14, 2027 (in 323 days) | Sep 17, 2027 | $0.106 | $10.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from ESMV's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.424 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 20 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much ESMV do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,831 | $91,036 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 14,151 | $455,179 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 28,302 | $910,359 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.32%. $10,000 in ESMV would currently pay about $132 a year ($11 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
ESMV distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | $0.106 | +23.3% |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 | $0.086 | -27.1% |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 | $0.118 | -5.6% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Dec 19, 2025 | $0.125 | -5.3% |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Sep 19, 2025 | $0.132 | +26.9% |
| Jun 16, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 | $0.104 | +16.9% |
| Mar 18, 2025 | Mar 21, 2025 | $0.089 | -39.5% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | Dec 20, 2024 | $0.147 | +18.5% |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $0.124 | +22.8% |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Jun 17, 2024 | $0.101 | -3.8% |
| Mar 21, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | $0.105 | -20.5% |
| Dec 20, 2023 | Dec 27, 2023 | $0.132 | +14.8% |
| Sep 26, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $0.115 | +33.7% |
| Jun 7, 2023 | Jun 13, 2023 | $0.086 | -18.1% |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Mar 29, 2023 | $0.105 | +4.0% |
| Dec 13, 2022 | Dec 19, 2022 | $0.101 | -15.1% |
| Sep 26, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | $0.119 | +67.6% |
| Jun 9, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | $0.071 | -17.4% |
| Mar 24, 2022 | Mar 30, 2022 | $0.086 | +40.3% |
| Dec 13, 2021 | Dec 17, 2021 | $0.0613 | — |
Payout risk check
ESMV's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 84/100).
Its share price moved +10.3% 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 ESG Optimized MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF
The underlying index is designed to measure the performance of large- and mid-capitalization U.S. equity securities that reflect the performance of a minimum volatility strategy and, relative to the MSCI USA Index, have higher favorable ESG characteristics and lower carbon exposure. The fund generally will invest at least 90% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index and may invest up to 10% of its assets in certain futures, options and swap contracts, cash and cash equivalents.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Large Blend. First distribution on our records: Dec 13, 2021. 20 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
ESMV distribution FAQ
When is ESMV's next ex-distribution date?
ESMV's next ex-distribution date is Dec 15, 2026 (in 50 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.106 per share, expected on Dec 18, 2026.
How often does ESMV pay distributions?
ESMV pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.106 per share with an ex-date of Sep 15, 2026.
What is ESMV's distribution yield?
ESMV's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.35%, based on $0.435 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $32.17. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.424 per share, is 1.32%.
How much does ESMV pay per share?
ESMV pays about $0.106 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.424 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $42.40 a year.
Has ESMV grown or cut its distribution?
Over the last 3 years the regular payout changed +2.2% a year. As a fund, ESMV'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 ESMV do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.32%, you would need about 2,831 shares of ESMV (roughly $91,036 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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