SLQD Distribution History & Yield
iShares 0-5 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days) | Oct 4, 2026 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 3, 2026 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 83 days) | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 113 days) | Jan 2, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 143 days) | Feb 1, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 3, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 203 days) | Apr 2, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 233 days) | May 2, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 263 days) | Jun 1, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 293 days) | Jul 1, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 323 days) | Jul 31, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 353 days) | Aug 30, 2027 | $0.1828 | $18.28 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SLQD's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.194 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SLQD do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 547 | $27,290 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,735 | $136,450 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,470 | $272,900 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.40%. $10,000 in SLQD would currently pay about $440 a year ($37 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SLQD distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 4, 2026 | $0.186 | -0.5% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 6, 2026 | $0.187 | +1.6% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 7, 2026 | $0.184 | +0.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | $0.184 | -1.1% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $0.186 | +1.6% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.183 | +1.7% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.18 | +1.1% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 | $0.178 | -3.3% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Dec 24, 2025 | $0.184 | +1.1% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $0.182 | +0.6% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.181 | +1.1% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $0.179 | -0.6% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 | $0.18 | +2.3% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $0.176 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 7, 2025 | $0.176 | +1.1% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 5, 2025 | $0.174 | +0.6% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $0.173 | +1.2% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 4, 2025 | $0.171 | +2.4% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | $0.167 | +1.8% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 6, 2025 | $0.164 | -0.6% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 | $0.165 | +1.9% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | $0.162 | +1.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 6, 2024 | $0.159 | +0.0% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 4, 2024 | $0.159 | -0.6% |
Payout risk check
SLQD's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -1.7% 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 iShares 0-5 Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF
The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index, and the fund will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the underlying index. The index is designed to reflect the performance of U.S. dollar-denominated investment-grade corporate debt.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Dec 2, 2013. 154 payments tracked.
SLQD distribution FAQ
When is SLQD's next ex-distribution date?
SLQD's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1828 per share, expected on Oct 4, 2026.
How often does SLQD pay distributions?
SLQD pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.186 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is SLQD's distribution yield?
SLQD's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.40%, based on $2.194 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $49.90. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.194 per share, is 4.40%.
How much does SLQD pay per share?
SLQD pays about $0.1828 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.194 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $219.40 a year.
Has SLQD grown or cut its distribution?
SLQD has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 19.2% a year (+8.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of SLQD do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.40%, you would need about 547 shares of SLQD (roughly $27,290 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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