JHEM Distribution History & Yield
John Hancock Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 25, 2026 (in 107 days) | Jan 8, 2027 | $0.203 | $20.30 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jun 25, 2027 (in 289 days) | Jul 9, 2027 | $0.203 | $20.30 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from JHEM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.406 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 16 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much JHEM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,956 | $121,744 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 14,779 | $608,719 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 29,557 | $1,217,438 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.99%. $10,000 in JHEM would currently pay about $99 a year ($8 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
JHEM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2026 | — | $0.203 | -60.0% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.507 | +81.1% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.28 | -26.7% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.382 | +1.9% |
| Jun 26, 2024 | — | $0.375 | -4.3% |
| Dec 26, 2023 | — | $0.392 | +16.0% |
| Jun 27, 2023 | — | $0.338 | -29.0% |
| Dec 27, 2022 | — | $0.476 | +160.1% |
| Jun 27, 2022 | — | $0.183 | -66.4% |
| Dec 27, 2021 | — | $0.544 | +123.0% |
| Jun 25, 2021 | — | $0.244 | -20.8% |
| Dec 24, 2020 | — | $0.308 | +72.1% |
| Jun 25, 2020 | — | $0.179 | -61.4% |
| Dec 24, 2019 | — | $0.464 | +177.8% |
| Jun 25, 2019 | — | $0.167 | +247.9% |
| Dec 24, 2018 | — | $0.048 | — |
Payout risk check
JHEM's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 68/100).
Its share price moved +37.4% 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 John Hancock Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in securities included in the index, in depositary receipts representing securities included in the index, and in underlying stocks in respect of depositary receipts included in the index. The index is designed to comprise a subset of securities associated with emerging markets, which may include frontier markets (emerging markets in an earlier stage of development).
Fund family: John Hancock. Category: Diversified Emerging Mkts. First distribution on our records: Dec 24, 2018. 16 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
JHEM distribution FAQ
When is JHEM's next ex-distribution date?
JHEM's next ex-distribution date is Dec 25, 2026 (in 107 days, estimated from its semi-annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.203 per share, expected on Jan 8, 2027.
How often does JHEM pay distributions?
JHEM pays distributions twice a year, 2 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.203 per share with an ex-date of Jun 26, 2026.
What is JHEM's distribution yield?
JHEM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.72%, based on $0.71 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $41.19. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.406 per share, is 0.99%.
How much does JHEM pay per share?
JHEM pays about $0.203 per share each half-year, which works out to roughly $0.406 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $40.60 a year.
Has JHEM grown or cut its distribution?
JHEM has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 5.2% a year (+7.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of JHEM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.99%, you would need about 2,956 shares of JHEM (roughly $121,744 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive twice a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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