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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0686 | $6.86 | 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 $0.8916 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 | 1,459 | $32,544 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 7,291 | $162,722 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 14,581 | $325,443 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.69%. $10,000 in SHYD would currently pay about $369 a year ($31 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SHYD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.064 | -5.9% |
| 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% |
Payout risk check
SHYD's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 88/100).
Its share price moved -2.5% 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. 150 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 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 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.0686 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does SHYD pay distributions?
SHYD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.064 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is SHYD's distribution yield?
SHYD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.69%, based on $0.823 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $22.32. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.823 per share, is 3.69%.
How much does SHYD pay per share?
SHYD pays about $0.0686 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.823 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $82.30 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 3.5% a year (+5.0% 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 3.69%, you would need about 1,459 shares of SHYD (roughly $32,544 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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