American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the NASDAQ. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.75% ($0.35 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was August 31, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 1, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 114.9%; the market capitalization is approximately $12.89B. Review ASBFX dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions about American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX)

What is American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1's dividend yield?
American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.75%, which works out to $0.35 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was August 31, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 1, 2026.
Is American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 a Dividend Aristocrat?
Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. See our curated Dividend Aristocrats list for the full roster.
What sector is American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 in?
American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management - Leveraged industry.
What is American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1's dividend payout ratio?
American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America;F1 (ASBFX)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 114.9%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.