GNMA Distribution History & Yield
iShares GNMA Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 4, 2026 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.156 | $15.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from GNMA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.872 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much GNMA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 642 | $27,814 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,206 | $139,071 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,411 | $278,141 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.31%. $10,000 in GNMA would currently pay about $431 a year ($36 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
GNMA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.158 | -2.5% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.162 | +2.5% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.158 | +2.6% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.154 | -0.6% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.155 | +2.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.152 | +0.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.152 | -3.2% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.157 | -0.6% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 | $0.158 | +1.9% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $0.155 | +1.3% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.153 | -3.2% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $0.158 | -1.2% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 | $0.16 | +1.9% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.157 | +1.3% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 7, 2025 | $0.155 | +2.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $0.152 | -1.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $0.155 | +1.3% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 4, 2025 | $0.153 | +1.3% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | $0.151 | -3.8% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | $0.157 | +5.4% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 | $0.149 | +6.4% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $0.14 | -4.8% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 6, 2024 | $0.147 | -1.3% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 | $0.149 | -0.7% |
Payout risk check
GNMA's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -2.0% 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 GNMA Bond ETF
The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index and to-be-announced transactions (“TBAs”) that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the economic characteristics of the component securities of the underlying index. The underlying index includes fixed-rate MBS issued by GNMA that have 30- or 15-year maturities. The index measures the performance of mortgage-backed pass-through securities issued by GNMA.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Government Mortgage-Backed Bond. First distribution on our records: May 1, 2012. 165 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
GNMA distribution FAQ
When is GNMA's next ex-distribution date?
GNMA'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 $0.156 per share, expected on Oct 4, 2026.
How often does GNMA pay distributions?
GNMA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.158 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is GNMA's distribution yield?
GNMA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.31%, based on $1.872 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $43.39. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.872 per share, is 4.31%.
How much does GNMA pay per share?
GNMA pays about $0.156 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.872 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $187.20 a year.
Has GNMA grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, GNMA'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 GNMA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.31%, you would need about 642 shares of GNMA (roughly $27,814 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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