VGHY Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard High-Yield Active 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 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.3751 | $37.51 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VGHY's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.5011 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 11 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VGHY do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 267 | $19,777 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,334 | $98,883 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,667 | $197,765 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.07%. $10,000 in VGHY would currently pay about $607 a year ($51 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VGHY distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.393 | +1.8% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.386 | +2.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.378 | +0.3% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.377 | +3.3% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.365 | -10.8% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.409 | +23.6% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.331 | -9.8% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.367 | +2.5% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.358 | +10.2% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.325 | -25.6% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.437 | — |
Payout risk check
VGHY's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 92/100).
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 High-Yield Active ETF
The fund employs an active management approach, investing primarily in a diversified group of high-yielding, higher-risk corporate bonds with medium- and lower-range credit quality ratings (commonly known as “junk” bonds). Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in corporate bonds that are rated below Baa by Moody’s or the equivalent by another independent rating agency, or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the fund’s advisors.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: High Yield Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 3, 2025. 11 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VGHY distribution FAQ
When is VGHY's next ex-distribution date?
VGHY'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 $0.3751 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does VGHY pay distributions?
VGHY pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.393 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is VGHY's distribution yield?
VGHY's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.56%, based on $4.126 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $74.18. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.5011 per share, is 6.07%.
How much does VGHY pay per share?
VGHY pays about $0.3751 per share each month, which works out to roughly $4.5011 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $450.11 a year.
Has VGHY grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VGHY'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 VGHY do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.07%, you would need about 267 shares of VGHY (roughly $19,777 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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