BDJ Distribution History & Yield
BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust · NYSE
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 (in 7 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Declared |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 (in 37 days) | Oct 29, 2026 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 14, 2026 (in 67 days) | Nov 28, 2026 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 (in 97 days) | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 (in 127 days) | Jan 27, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Fri, Feb 12, 2027 (in 157 days) | Feb 26, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Sun, Mar 14, 2027 (in 187 days) | Mar 28, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 13, 2027 (in 217 days) | Apr 27, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 13, 2027 (in 247 days) | May 27, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jun 12, 2027 (in 277 days) | Jun 26, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 12, 2027 (in 307 days) | Jul 26, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
| Wed, Aug 11, 2027 (in 337 days) | Aug 25, 2027 | $0.062 | $6.20 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BDJ's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.744 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BDJ do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,613 | $15,903 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 8,065 | $79,516 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 16,130 | $159,032 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.55%. $10,000 in BDJ would currently pay about $755 a year ($63 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BDJ distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jul 15, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jun 15, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| May 15, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Apr 15, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Mar 13, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Feb 13, 2026 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jan 20, 2026 | — | $0.062 | -64.6% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.175 | +182.3% |
| Nov 14, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Oct 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Aug 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jul 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| May 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Apr 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Feb 14, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Jan 15, 2025 | — | $0.062 | +0.0% |
| Dec 16, 2024 | — | $0.062 | +10.7% |
| Nov 15, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Oct 15, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
BDJ's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 56/100).
Its share price moved +9.0% 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 BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust
BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc. The fund is managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC. It invests in the public equity markets of the United States. The fund seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. It primarily invests in dividend paying stocks of companies across all market capitalizations. The fund also invests through derivatives, with an emphasis on option writing. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Russell 1000 Value Index. The fund was formerly known as BlackRock Enhanced Dividend Achievers TM Trust.
First distribution on our records: Oct 24, 2005. 201 payments tracked.
BDJ distribution FAQ
When is BDJ's next ex-distribution date?
BDJ's next ex-distribution date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 7 days, declared by the fund). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.062 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does BDJ pay distributions?
BDJ pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.062 per share with an ex-date of Aug 14, 2026.
What is BDJ's distribution yield?
BDJ's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 8.69%, based on $0.857 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $9.86. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.744 per share, is 7.55%.
How much does BDJ pay per share?
BDJ pays about $0.062 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.744 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $74.40 a year.
Has BDJ grown or cut its distribution?
BDJ has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 7.4% a year (+18.0% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of BDJ do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.55%, you would need about 1,613 shares of BDJ (roughly $15,903 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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