Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.69% ($3.41 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was September 23, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 25, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $66.40B. Review VNQ dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

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VNQ fund composition

VNQ holds 158 positions, with 43.7% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.13%, and manages $66.40B.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
WELLWelltower Inc9.12%
PLDPrologis Inc6.86%
EQIXEquinix Inc5.65%
AMTAmerican Tower Corp4.32%
SPGSimon Property Group Inc3.69%
DLRDigital Realty Trust Inc3.68%
ORealty Income Corp2.85%
PSAPublic Storage2.69%
VMRKVivmark Residential2.46%
VTRVentas Inc2.34%

Sector allocation

Real Estate99.4%Basic Materials1.1%Cash & Others0.7%Communication Services0.4%Technology0.4%Energy0.1%Financial Services0.1%Industrials0.0%Other0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ)

What is Vanguard Real Estate ETF's dividend yield?
Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.69%, which works out to $3.41 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Vanguard Real Estate ETF pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was September 23, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 25, 2026.
How many years has Vanguard Real Estate ETF increased its dividend?
Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year.
Is Vanguard Real Estate ETF a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) currently has 1 year of consecutive increases.
What sector is Vanguard Real Estate ETF in?
Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management industry.