VBCA Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Target Maturity 2027 Corporate Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 29, 2027 | $0.2442 | $24.42 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VBCA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.1746 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 6 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VBCA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 410 | $30,905 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,048 | $154,525 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,096 | $309,050 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.88%. $10,000 in VBCA would currently pay about $388 a year ($32 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VBCA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.242 | -4.0% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.252 | +0.8% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.25 | +4.6% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.239 | +0.4% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.238 | +190.2% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.082 | — |
Payout risk check
VBCA's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 72/100).
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 Vanguard Target Maturity 2027 Corporate Bond ETF
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the components of the Target Index or in securities determined by the fund’s advisor to have economic characteristics substantially identical to those of the target index components.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Target Maturity. First distribution on our records: May 1, 2026. 6 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VBCA distribution FAQ
When is VBCA's next ex-distribution date?
VBCA'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 $0.2442 per share, expected on Nov 3, 2026.
How often does VBCA pay distributions?
VBCA pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.242 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VBCA's distribution yield?
VBCA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.73%, based on $1.303 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $75.47. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.9304 per share, is 3.88%.
How much does VBCA pay per share?
VBCA pays about $0.2442 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.9304 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $293.04 a year.
Has VBCA grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VBCA'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 VBCA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.88%, you would need about 410 shares of VBCA (roughly $30,905 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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