VCRB Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Core Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 2, 2026 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.2983 | $29.83 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VCRB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.8772 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 34 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VCRB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 336 | $25,037 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,677 | $125,184 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,353 | $250,367 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.79%. $10,000 in VCRB would currently pay about $479 a year ($40 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VCRB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.292 | -3.0% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.301 | -0.3% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.302 | +2.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.296 | +1.4% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.292 | +1.7% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.287 | -2.4% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.294 | +12.6% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $0.261 | -2.6% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.268 | -35.7% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $0.417 | +47.9% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 3, 2025 | $0.282 | -1.7% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.287 | +2.1% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.281 | -4.1% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.293 | +1.4% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.289 | +0.3% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.288 | -2.4% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 4, 2025 | $0.295 | +4.2% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | $0.283 | +4.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.27 | +3.8% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 5, 2025 | $0.26 | -13.6% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 5, 2025 | $0.301 | -23.2% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | Dec 27, 2024 | $0.392 | +46.3% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 4, 2024 | $0.268 | -6.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 5, 2024 | $0.288 | +39.1% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 3, 2024 | $0.207 | -25.0% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | Sep 5, 2024 | $0.276 | -2.8% |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Aug 5, 2024 | $0.284 | +17.8% |
| Jul 1, 2024 | Jul 3, 2024 | $0.241 | -0.4% |
| Jun 3, 2024 | Jun 5, 2024 | $0.242 | -0.4% |
| May 1, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | $0.243 | -11.6% |
| Apr 1, 2024 | Apr 4, 2024 | $0.275 | +9.1% |
| Mar 1, 2024 | Mar 6, 2024 | $0.252 | +8.6% |
| Feb 1, 2024 | Feb 6, 2024 | $0.232 | +83.8% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | Jan 3, 2024 | $0.1262 | — |
Payout risk check
VCRB's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 87/100).
Its share price moved -4.8% 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 Vanguard Core Bond ETF
The fund invests in fixed income securities of various maturities, yields, and qualities. Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in bonds, which include fixed income securities such as corporate bonds; U.S. Treasury obligations and other U.S. government and agency securities; and asset-backed, mortgage-backed, and mortgage-related securities.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Intermediate Core Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 28, 2023. 34 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VCRB distribution FAQ
When is VCRB's next ex-distribution date?
VCRB'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 $0.2983 per share, expected on Nov 2, 2026.
How often does VCRB pay distributions?
VCRB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.292 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VCRB's distribution yield?
VCRB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.79%, based on $3.579 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $74.67. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.579 per share, is 4.79%.
How much does VCRB pay per share?
VCRB pays about $0.2983 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.579 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $357.90 a year.
Has VCRB grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VCRB'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 VCRB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.79%, you would need about 336 shares of VCRB (roughly $25,037 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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