EVTR Distribution History & Yield
Eaton Vance Total Return Bond ETF · NYSE
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days) | Nov 13, 2026 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 (in 35 days) | Dec 13, 2026 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 (in 65 days) | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 (in 95 days) | Feb 11, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 (in 125 days) | Mar 13, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 (in 155 days) | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 (in 185 days) | May 12, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 (in 215 days) | Jun 11, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jun 27, 2027 (in 245 days) | Jul 11, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jul 27, 2027 (in 275 days) | Aug 10, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Thu, Aug 26, 2027 (in 305 days) | Sep 9, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
| Sat, Sep 25, 2027 (in 335 days) | Oct 9, 2027 | $0.2036 | $20.36 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from EVTR's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.6466 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 31 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much EVTR do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 492 | $24,088 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,456 | $120,442 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,912 | $240,884 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.98%. $10,000 in EVTR would currently pay about $498 a year ($42 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
EVTR distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | — | $0.221 | +8.3% |
| Aug 31, 2026 | — | $0.204 | -3.8% |
| Jul 31, 2026 | — | $0.212 | +6.0% |
| Jun 30, 2026 | — | $0.20 | -2.4% |
| May 29, 2026 | — | $0.205 | +2.5% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | — | $0.20 | -2.9% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | — | $0.206 | +11.4% |
| Feb 27, 2026 | — | $0.185 | -10.6% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | — | $0.207 | +1.0% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | — | $0.205 | +3.0% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.199 | +0.0% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | — | $0.199 | +5.3% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | — | $0.189 | -2.1% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | — | $0.193 | +3.8% |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | $0.186 | -5.1% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | — | $0.196 | +1.6% |
| May 30, 2025 | — | $0.193 | -1.0% |
| Apr 30, 2025 | — | $0.195 | +0.0% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | — | $0.195 | +4.8% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | — | $0.186 | -1.1% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | $0.188 | -8.3% |
| Dec 23, 2024 | — | $0.205 | -5.1% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | — | $0.216 | +13.7% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | — | $0.19 | +4.4% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | — | $0.182 | -16.5% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | — | $0.218 | +5.8% |
| Jul 31, 2024 | — | $0.206 | -8.4% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | — | $0.225 | -0.9% |
| May 31, 2024 | — | $0.227 | +14.1% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | — | $0.199 | -22.9% |
| Mar 28, 2024 | — | $0.258 | — |
Payout risk check
EVTR's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 96/100).
Its share price moved -4.7% 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 Eaton Vance Total Return Bond ETF
Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the fund’s net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) will be invested in fixed-income securities. The fund invests primarily in a diversified mix of U.S. dollar-denominated investment grade fixed-income securities, including U.S. government, corporate, municipal, mortgage- and asset-backed securities.
Fund family: Eaton Vance ETFs. Category: Intermediate Core-Plus Bond. First distribution on our records: Mar 28, 2024. 31 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
EVTR distribution FAQ
When is EVTR's next ex-distribution date?
EVTR's next ex-distribution date is Oct 30, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2036 per share, expected on Nov 13, 2026.
How often does EVTR pay distributions?
EVTR pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.221 per share with an ex-date of Sep 30, 2026.
What is EVTR's distribution yield?
EVTR's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.98%, based on $2.443 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $49.04. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.443 per share, is 4.98%.
How much does EVTR pay per share?
EVTR pays about $0.2036 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.443 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $244.30 a year.
Has EVTR grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, EVTR'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 EVTR do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.98%, you would need about 492 shares of EVTR (roughly $24,088 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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