JHDG Distribution History & Yield
John Hancock Hedged Equity ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 14, 2027 | $0.022 | $2.20 | Estimated |
| Sun, Apr 4, 2027 (in 160 days) | Apr 18, 2027 | $0.022 | $2.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 7, 2027 (in 254 days) | Jul 21, 2027 | $0.022 | $2.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 9, 2027 (in 348 days) | Oct 23, 2027 | $0.022 | $2.20 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from JHDG's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.088 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 2 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much JHDG do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 13,637 | $379,773 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 68,182 | $1,898,864 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 136,364 | $3,797,727 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.32%. $10,000 in JHDG would currently pay about $32 a year ($3 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
JHDG distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | — | $0.022 | -21.4% |
| Jun 26, 2026 | — | $0.028 | — |
Payout risk check
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About John Hancock Hedged Equity ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in a portfolio of equity securities. It invests primarily in U.S. large-capitalization companies, selected through a fundamental, bottom-up research process to construct a high conviction portfolio. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: John Hancock. Category: Equity Hedged. First distribution on our records: Jun 26, 2026. 2 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
JHDG distribution FAQ
When is JHDG's next ex-distribution date?
JHDG's next ex-distribution date is Dec 31, 2026 (in 66 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.022 per share, expected on Jan 14, 2027.
How often does JHDG pay distributions?
JHDG pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.022 per share with an ex-date of Sep 28, 2026.
What is JHDG's distribution yield?
JHDG's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 0.18%, based on $0.05 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $27.85. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.088 per share, is 0.32%.
How much does JHDG pay per share?
JHDG pays about $0.022 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.088 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $8.80 a year.
Has JHDG grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, JHDG'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 JHDG do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.32%, you would need about 13,637 shares of JHDG (roughly $379,773 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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