SHYD Distribution History & Yield
VanEck Short High Yield Muni ETF · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0685 | $6.85 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SHYD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.822 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SHYD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,460 | $32,861 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 7,300 | $164,307 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 14,599 | $328,613 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.65%. $10,000 in SHYD would currently pay about $365 a year ($30 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SHYD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.068 | -4.2% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.071 | -17.4% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.086 | +72.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.05 | -30.6% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.072 | -5.3% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.076 | +26.7% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.06 | -15.5% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.071 | +4.4% |
| Dec 29, 2025 | — | $0.068 | +3.0% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | — | $0.066 | -7.0% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +12.7% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.063 | -4.5% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.066 | -7.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +10.9% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.064 | -9.9% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.071 | +10.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.064 | -11.1% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.072 | +38.5% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.052 | -30.7% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.075 | +15.4% |
| Dec 27, 2024 | — | $0.065 | +10.2% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.059 | -4.8% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.062 | +6.9% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.058 | -1.7% |
Payout risk check
SHYD's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 88/100).
Its share price moved -0.9% 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 VanEck Short High Yield Muni ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the benchmark index. The index is composed of publicly traded municipal bonds that cover the U.S. dollar denominated high yield short-term tax-exempt bond market.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: High Yield Muni. First distribution on our records: Mar 3, 2014. 149 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SHYD distribution FAQ
When is SHYD's next ex-distribution date?
SHYD'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 $0.0685 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does SHYD pay distributions?
SHYD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.068 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is SHYD's distribution yield?
SHYD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.65%, based on $0.822 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $22.51. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.822 per share, is 3.65%.
How much does SHYD pay per share?
SHYD pays about $0.0685 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.822 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $82.20 a year.
Has SHYD grown or cut its distribution?
SHYD has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 3.1% a year (+5.5% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of SHYD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.65%, you would need about 1,460 shares of SHYD (roughly $32,861 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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