LQD Distribution History & Yield
iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 83 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 113 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 143 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 203 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 233 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 263 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 293 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 323 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 353 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.418 | $41.80 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from LQD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $5.016 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much LQD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 240 | $25,234 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,197 | $126,172 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,393 | $252,345 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.76%. $10,000 in LQD would currently pay about $476 a year ($40 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
LQD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.444 | -3.1% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.458 | +19.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.382 | -7.5% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.413 | -2.8% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.425 | -4.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.446 | +16.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.383 | -6.1% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.408 | -6.4% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | — | $0.436 | +5.6% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.413 | +2.7% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.402 | -1.0% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.406 | +5.7% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.384 | -13.5% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.444 | +10.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.402 | +1.5% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.396 | -8.3% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.432 | +3.6% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.417 | +0.5% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.415 | +6.7% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.389 | +1.0% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | — | $0.385 | +0.5% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.383 | -0.5% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.385 | -6.3% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.411 | +1.5% |
Payout risk check
LQD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved -3.9% 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 iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF
The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index, and it will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the underlying index that the advisor believes will help the fund track the underlying index. The underlying index is designed to provide a broad representation of the U.S. dollar-denominated liquid investment-grade corporate bond market.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Corporate Bond. First distribution on our records: Sep 3, 2002. 289 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
LQD distribution FAQ
When is LQD's next ex-distribution date?
LQD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.418 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does LQD pay distributions?
LQD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.444 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is LQD's distribution yield?
LQD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.76%, based on $5.016 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $105.48. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $5.016 per share, is 4.76%.
How much does LQD pay per share?
LQD pays about $0.418 per share each month, which works out to roughly $5.016 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $501.60 a year.
Has LQD grown or cut its distribution?
LQD has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 9.6% a year (+3.6% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of LQD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.76%, you would need about 240 shares of LQD (roughly $25,234 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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