Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. It pays a current dividend yield of 2.20% ($3.63 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was June 18, 2026, with payment scheduled for June 23, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $96.38B.

VYM fund composition

VYM holds 589 positions, with 25.8% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.04%, and manages $96.20B.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
AVGOBroadcom Inc7.25%
JPMJPMorgan Chase & Co3.36%
JNJJohnson & Johnson2.53%
XOMExxonMobil Holdings Corp2.35%
CATCaterpillar Inc2.00%
CSCOCisco Systems Inc1.91%
ABBVAbbVie Inc1.84%
BACBank of America Corp1.55%
UNHUnitedHealth Group Inc1.55%
HDHome Depot Inc/The1.45%

Sector allocation

Financial Services20.9%Technology17.8%Healthcare13.2%Industrials12.6%Energy8.6%Consumer Defensive8.1%Consumer Cyclical6.8%Utilities5.7%Other6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions about Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM)

What is Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF's dividend yield?
Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 2.20%, which works out to $3.63 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF pay distributions?
The most recent ex-dividend date was June 18, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is June 23, 2026.
How many years has Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF increased its dividend?
Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) has increased its dividend for 15 consecutive years.
What does Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF invest in?
The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) aims to mirror the investment returns of the FTSE High Dividend Yield Index. This benchmark is composed of common stocks from companies renowned for their generous dividend payouts. VYM offers investors a straightforward way to gain exposure to equities expected to deliver higher-than-average dividend income. The fund adheres to a passively managed, full-replication strategy, meaning it seeks to hold all the securities found within its target index.