Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the NASDAQ Global Market. It pays a current dividend yield of 4.33% ($1.96 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was September 1, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 3, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $17.07B. Review VMBS dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

VMBS fund composition

VMBS holds 344 positions. It charges an expense ratio of 0.03%, and manages $17.60B.

Sector allocation

Cash & Others100.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS)

What is Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF's dividend yield?
Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 4.33%, which works out to $1.96 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF pay distributions?
The most recent ex-dividend date was September 1, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 3, 2026.
How many years has Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF increased its dividend?
Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS) has increased its dividend for 4 consecutive years.
What does Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF invest in?
This ETF is designed to deliver a consistent and reasonable stream of current income for its investors. It primarily allocates its assets to pass-through debt instruments that are secured by U.S. mortgages and guaranteed by federal entities such as Ginnie Mae (GNMA), Fannie Mae (FNMA), and Freddie Mac (FHLMC). The fund exhibits an intermediate level of interest rate sensitivity, with the dollar-weighted average maturity of its holdings typically spanning between three and ten years.