VGVT Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Government Securities Active ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.2802 | $28.02 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VGVT's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.6433 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 15 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VGVT do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 357 | $26,052 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,785 | $130,259 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,569 | $260,517 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.61%. $10,000 in VGVT would currently pay about $461 a year ($38 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VGVT distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.259 | -3.0% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.267 | -2.9% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.275 | +0.4% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.274 | +7.5% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.255 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.255 | +3.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.246 | +1.7% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.242 | -3.2% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.25 | -56.7% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.577 | +189.9% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.199 | -24.6% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.264 | +10.0% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.24 | -9.1% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.264 | +35.4% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.195 | — |
Payout risk check
VGVT's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 67/100).
Its share price moved -4.4% 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 Government Securities Active ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in bonds issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and its agencies and instrumentalities. The fund may purchase bonds of any maturity. At a minimum, all bonds purchased by the fund will be rated investment-grade. Investment-grade bonds are those rated the equivalent of Baa3 or higher by Moody’s or another independent rating agency or, if unrated, are determined to be of comparable quality by the fund’s advisor.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Intermediate Government. First distribution on our records: Aug 1, 2025. 15 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VGVT distribution FAQ
When is VGVT's next ex-distribution date?
VGVT'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 $0.2802 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does VGVT pay distributions?
VGVT pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.259 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VGVT's distribution yield?
VGVT's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.61%, based on $3.363 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $73.01. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.363 per share, is 4.61%.
How much does VGVT pay per share?
VGVT pays about $0.2802 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.363 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $336.30 a year.
Has VGVT grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VGVT'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 VGVT do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.61%, you would need about 357 shares of VGVT (roughly $26,052 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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