HYGH Distribution History & Yield
iShares Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 (in 23 days) | Oct 16, 2026 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 15, 2026 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 (in 83 days) | Dec 15, 2026 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 113 days) | Jan 14, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 (in 143 days) | Feb 13, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 15, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 (in 203 days) | Apr 14, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 (in 233 days) | May 14, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Sun, May 30, 2027 (in 263 days) | Jun 13, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 29, 2027 (in 293 days) | Jul 13, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jul 29, 2027 (in 323 days) | Aug 12, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 28, 2027 (in 353 days) | Sep 11, 2027 | $0.4672 | $46.73 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from HYGH's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $5.607 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much HYGH do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 215 | $18,498 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,071 | $92,488 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,141 | $184,976 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.49%. $10,000 in HYGH would currently pay about $649 a year ($54 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
HYGH distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | — | $0.478 | +7.7% |
| Aug 4, 2026 | — | $0.444 | -0.7% |
| Jul 2, 2026 | — | $0.447 | -1.8% |
| Jun 2, 2026 | — | $0.455 | -6.8% |
| May 4, 2026 | — | $0.488 | -0.8% |
| Apr 2, 2026 | — | $0.492 | +4.2% |
| Mar 3, 2026 | — | $0.472 | +10.0% |
| Feb 3, 2026 | — | $0.429 | -9.7% |
| Dec 23, 2025 | — | $0.475 | +5.3% |
| Dec 2, 2025 | — | $0.451 | -9.6% |
| Nov 4, 2025 | — | $0.499 | +4.6% |
| Oct 2, 2025 | — | $0.477 | -0.6% |
| Sep 3, 2025 | — | $0.48 | -6.4% |
| Aug 4, 2025 | — | $0.513 | +5.3% |
| Jul 2, 2025 | — | $0.487 | -3.6% |
| Jun 3, 2025 | — | $0.505 | -1.8% |
| May 2, 2025 | — | $0.514 | +0.8% |
| Apr 2, 2025 | — | $0.51 | +3.4% |
| Mar 4, 2025 | — | $0.493 | -2.8% |
| Feb 4, 2025 | — | $0.507 | -7.3% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.547 | +7.7% |
| Dec 3, 2024 | — | $0.508 | -7.8% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | — | $0.551 | -0.2% |
| Oct 2, 2024 | — | $0.552 | -1.6% |
Payout risk check
HYGH's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 96/100).
Its share price moved -0.0% 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 Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF
The fund seeks to track the investment results of the underlying index, which is designed to minimize the interest-rate risk of a portfolio composed of U.S. dollar-denominated, high yield corporate bonds, represented in the underlying index by the underlying fund. It invests at least 80% of its net assets in component securities and instruments in the fund’s underlying index.
Fund family: iShares. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Jul 2, 2014. 146 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
HYGH distribution FAQ
When is HYGH's next ex-distribution date?
HYGH's next ex-distribution date is Oct 2, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.4672 per share, expected on Oct 16, 2026.
How often does HYGH pay distributions?
HYGH pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.478 per share with an ex-date of Sep 2, 2026.
What is HYGH's distribution yield?
HYGH's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.49%, based on $5.607 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $86.43. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $5.607 per share, is 6.49%.
How much does HYGH pay per share?
HYGH pays about $0.4672 per share each month, which works out to roughly $5.607 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $560.70 a year.
Has HYGH grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, HYGH'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 HYGH do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.49%, you would need about 215 shares of HYGH (roughly $18,498 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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