ISTB Distribution History & Yield
iShares Core 1-5 Year USD 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 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.1715 | $17.15 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from ISTB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.058 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much ISTB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 584 | $27,872 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,916 | $139,359 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,831 | $278,717 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.31%. $10,000 in ISTB would currently pay about $431 a year ($36 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
ISTB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.177 | +1.7% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.174 | +1.8% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.171 | -0.6% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.172 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.172 | -1.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.175 | +5.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.166 | -3.5% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.172 | +1.2% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 | $0.17 | +0.6% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $0.169 | -1.7% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.172 | +2.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $0.168 | -1.8% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 | $0.171 | +0.6% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.17 | +1.2% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 7, 2025 | $0.168 | -1.8% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $0.171 | +4.3% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $0.164 | -1.2% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 4, 2025 | $0.166 | +5.7% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | $0.157 | -3.7% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | $0.163 | +2.5% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 | $0.159 | -2.5% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $0.163 | +2.5% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 6, 2024 | $0.159 | +0.6% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 | $0.158 | -1.2% |
Payout risk check
ISTB's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -2.1% 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 Core 1-5 Year USD Bond ETF
The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the index and TBA transactions that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the economic characteristics of the component securities of the index and it will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the index.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 3, 2012. 166 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
ISTB distribution FAQ
When is ISTB's next ex-distribution date?
ISTB'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 $0.1715 per share, expected on Oct 4, 2026.
How often does ISTB pay distributions?
ISTB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.177 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is ISTB's distribution yield?
ISTB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.31%, based on $2.058 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $47.80. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.058 per share, is 4.31%.
How much does ISTB pay per share?
ISTB pays about $0.1715 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.058 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $205.80 a year.
Has ISTB grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, ISTB'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 ISTB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.31%, you would need about 584 shares of ISTB (roughly $27,872 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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