VSDB Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Short Duration Bond ETF Shares · Cboe US
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.257 | $25.70 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VSDB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.341 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 18 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VSDB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 390 | $29,140 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,946 | $145,700 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,892 | $291,401 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.12%. $10,000 in VSDB would currently pay about $412 a year ($34 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VSDB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.287 | +1.1% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.284 | -3.4% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.294 | +3.2% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.285 | +60.1% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.178 | -32.8% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.265 | -5.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.279 | +59.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.175 | -18.6% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.215 | -24.3% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.284 | +4.8% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.271 | +1.5% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.267 | +3.5% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.258 | -6.5% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.276 | +1.8% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.271 | -3.6% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.281 | +35.7% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.207 | -20.4% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.26 | — |
Payout risk check
VSDB's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 84/100).
Its share price moved -2.3% 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 Short Duration Bond ETF Shares
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 net 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: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: May 1, 2025. 18 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VSDB distribution FAQ
When is VSDB's next ex-distribution date?
VSDB'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 $0.257 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does VSDB pay distributions?
VSDB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.287 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VSDB's distribution yield?
VSDB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.12%, based on $3.084 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $74.89. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.084 per share, is 4.12%.
How much does VSDB pay per share?
VSDB pays about $0.257 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.084 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $308.40 a year.
Has VSDB grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VSDB'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 VSDB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.12%, you would need about 390 shares of VSDB (roughly $29,140 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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