JHHY Distribution History & Yield
John Hancock High Yield ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Sep 26, 2026 (in 17 days) | Oct 10, 2026 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 (in 47 days) | Nov 9, 2026 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 (in 77 days) | Dec 9, 2026 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Fri, Dec 25, 2026 (in 107 days) | Jan 8, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Sun, Jan 24, 2027 (in 137 days) | Feb 7, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 (in 167 days) | Mar 9, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 197 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Sat, Apr 24, 2027 (in 227 days) | May 8, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Mon, May 24, 2027 (in 257 days) | Jun 7, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 23, 2027 (in 287 days) | Jul 7, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jul 23, 2027 (in 317 days) | Aug 6, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
| Sun, Aug 22, 2027 (in 347 days) | Sep 5, 2027 | $0.1273 | $12.72 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from JHHY's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.527 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 28 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much JHHY do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 786 | $19,992 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,930 | $99,961 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,859 | $199,921 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.00%. $10,000 in JHHY would currently pay about $600 a year ($50 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
JHHY distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | — | $0.143 | -8.9% |
| Jul 29, 2026 | — | $0.157 | +15.4% |
| Jun 26, 2026 | — | $0.136 | +12.4% |
| May 27, 2026 | — | $0.121 | -2.4% |
| Apr 28, 2026 | — | $0.124 | -15.6% |
| Mar 27, 2026 | — | $0.147 | +56.4% |
| Feb 25, 2026 | — | $0.094 | -2.1% |
| Jan 28, 2026 | — | $0.096 | -73.5% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.362 | +174.2% |
| Nov 24, 2025 | — | $0.132 | +0.8% |
| Oct 29, 2025 | — | $0.131 | +3.1% |
| Sep 26, 2025 | — | $0.127 | -15.9% |
| Aug 27, 2025 | — | $0.151 | +0.0% |
| Jul 29, 2025 | — | $0.151 | +2.0% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | — | $0.148 | -4.5% |
| May 28, 2025 | — | $0.155 | -1.3% |
| Apr 28, 2025 | — | $0.157 | +4.7% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | — | $0.15 | +5.6% |
| Feb 26, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +144.8% |
| Jan 29, 2025 | — | $0.058 | -64.0% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.498 Special | — |
| Nov 26, 2024 | — | $0.161 | +22.0% |
| Oct 29, 2024 | — | $0.132 | -15.9% |
| Sep 26, 2024 | — | $0.157 | -3.7% |
Payout risk check
JHHY's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 54/100).
Its share price moved -2.0% 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 John Hancock High Yield ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S.-dollar-denominated high-yield corporate bonds. Such corporate bonds are below-investment-grade securities rated from BB+ to D by S&P Global Ratings or by Fitch Ratings, Inc. or from Ba1 to D by Moody’s Investors Service, Inc., or a comparable rating by any nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO), or unrated equivalents.
Fund family: John Hancock. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: May 29, 2024. 28 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
JHHY distribution FAQ
When is JHHY's next ex-distribution date?
JHHY's next ex-distribution date is Sep 26, 2026 (in 17 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1273 per share, expected on Oct 10, 2026.
How often does JHHY pay distributions?
JHHY pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.143 per share with an ex-date of Aug 27, 2026.
What is JHHY's distribution yield?
JHHY's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 6.96%, based on $1.77 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $25.44. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.527 per share, is 6.00%.
How much does JHHY pay per share?
JHHY pays about $0.1273 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.527 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $152.70 a year.
Has JHHY grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, JHHY'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 JHHY do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.00%, you would need about 786 shares of JHHY (roughly $19,992 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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