VPLS Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Core-Plus Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 3, 2026 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 2, 2026 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.306 | $30.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VPLS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.672 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 33 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VPLS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 327 | $24,848 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,634 | $124,240 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,268 | $248,480 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.83%. $10,000 in VPLS would currently pay about $483 a year ($40 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VPLS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.30 | -2.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.306 | +5.2% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.291 | +0.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.291 | +2.5% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.284 | -3.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.295 | +12.2% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $0.263 | -8.4% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.287 | -42.1% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $0.496 | +71.6% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 3, 2025 | $0.289 | -0.7% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.291 | +4.3% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.279 | -6.4% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.298 | -4.2% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.311 | +6.5% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.292 | -3.9% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 4, 2025 | $0.304 | +1.7% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | $0.299 | +1.7% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.294 | +10.9% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 5, 2025 | $0.265 | -16.4% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 5, 2025 | $0.317 | -4.2% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | Dec 27, 2024 | $0.331 | +16.5% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 4, 2024 | $0.284 | -1.0% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 5, 2024 | $0.287 | +4.4% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 3, 2024 | $0.275 | -3.2% |
Payout risk check
VPLS's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 81/100).
Its share price moved -2.6% 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-Plus Bond ETF
The Target Index includes U.S. government and agencyobligations, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backedsecurities, and emerging market bonds, all denominated in the U.S. dollar andwith maturities of at least one year. Under normal circumstances, the fundinvests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings forinvestment purposes, in the bonds that make up the Target Index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Intermediate Core-Plus Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 28, 2023. 33 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VPLS distribution FAQ
When is VPLS's next ex-distribution date?
VPLS'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 $0.306 per share, expected on Oct 3, 2026.
How often does VPLS pay distributions?
VPLS pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.30 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is VPLS's distribution yield?
VPLS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.83%, based on $3.672 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $76.04. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.672 per share, is 4.83%.
How much does VPLS pay per share?
VPLS pays about $0.306 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.672 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $367.20 a year.
Has VPLS grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VPLS'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 VPLS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.83%, you would need about 327 shares of VPLS (roughly $24,848 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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