HYEM Distribution History & Yield
VanEck Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.1139 | $11.39 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HYEM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.4809 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HYEM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 878 | $16,977 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 4,390 | $84,887 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 8,779 | $169,773 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.07%. $10,000 in HYEM would currently pay about $707 a year ($59 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HYEM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.114 | -1.7% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.116 | -2.5% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.119 | -15.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.14 | +52.2% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.092 | -17.9% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.112 | -6.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.12 | +20.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.10 | -13.0% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.115 | +1.8% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.113 | +3.7% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.109 | -6.8% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.117 | +11.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.105 | -6.2% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.112 | -3.4% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.116 | +14.9% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.101 | -9.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.111 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.111 | -9.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.123 | +25.5% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.098 | -11.7% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.111 | -6.7% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.119 | +15.5% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.103 | -7.2% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.111 | +9.9% |
Payout risk check
HYEM's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 90/100).
Its share price moved -3.5% 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 Emerging Markets High Yield 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 U.S. dollar denominated bonds issued by non-sovereign emerging market issuers that have a below investment grade rating and that are issued in the major domestic and Eurobond markets.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: Emerging Markets Bond. First distribution on our records: Jul 2, 2012. 170 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HYEM distribution FAQ
When is HYEM's next ex-distribution date?
HYEM'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 $0.1139 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does HYEM pay distributions?
HYEM pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.114 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is HYEM's distribution yield?
HYEM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.07%, based on $1.367 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $19.34. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.367 per share, is 7.07%.
How much does HYEM pay per share?
HYEM pays about $0.1139 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.367 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $136.70 a year.
Has HYEM grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, HYEM'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 HYEM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.07%, you would need about 878 shares of HYEM (roughly $16,977 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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