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VBCD DRIP Calculator & Dividend Yield 2026
4.23% YieldFinancial ServicesVanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF · NASDAQ
Price: $73.84 · Annual div: $3.13/share · Frequency: monthly · Payout ratio: N/A · Ex-div: 2026-10-01
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VBCD Dividend Yield
VBCD (Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF) has a dividend yield of 4.23%, based on an annual dividend of $3.13 per share and a price of $73.84. Dividends are paid monthly.
VBCD DRIP Rate: How Many Shares Your Dividends Buy
With dividends reinvested, a VBCD position grows its share count by about 4.23% in the first year at today's price and yield. If the yield stays near 4.23%, DRIP doubles your number of shares in about 17 years without adding new money.
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VBCD Dividend History — Last 6 Payments
| Ex-Dividend Date | Payment Date | Amount / Share | TTM Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01Latest | 2026-10-05 | $0.2606 | 1.92% | $73.21 |
| 2026-09-01 | 2026-09-03 | $0.2615 | 1.54% | $74.40 |
| 2026-08-03 | 2026-08-05 | $0.2661 | 1.19% | $74.78 |
| 2026-07-01 | 2026-07-06 | $0.2618 | 0.82% | $75.19 |
| 2026-06-01 | 2026-06-03 | $0.2529 | 0.48% | $75.33 |
| 2026-05-01 | 2026-05-05 | $0.1055 | 0.14% | $75.60 |
About Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF (VBCD) — Dividend Analysis 2026
VBCD is part of Vanguard's series of Target Maturity Corporate Bond ETFs. Unlike conventional bond funds that maintain continuous exposure to a specific maturity range, this fund is structured to emulate the characteristics of a single bond, featuring a defined "bullet" maturity date of December 15, 2030. As its maturity date approaches, VBCD's duration, yield-to-maturity, and overall maturity will gradually decrease. On its target date, the fund will be liquidated, returning all capital to investors. This design makes VBCD an ideal building block for investors constructing a bond ladder strategy. In essence, it offers an efficient way to gain diversified exposure to US investment-grade corporate bonds while mirroring the lifecycle of a standalone bond.
VBCD Dividend & DRIP — Frequently Asked Questions
What is VBCD's dividend yield?
VBCD (Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF) has a dividend yield of 4.23%, based on an annual dividend of $3.13 per share and a price of $73.84. Dividends are paid monthly.
How much does $10,000 in VBCD pay in dividends?
$10,000 in VBCD at a 4.23% yield pays about $423 a year ($35 a month) before taxes. With DRIP, reinvested dividends buy more shares and that income compounds.
What is the DRIP rate for VBCD?
With dividends reinvested, a VBCD position grows its share count by about 4.23% in the first year at today's price and yield. If the yield stays near 4.23%, DRIP doubles your number of shares in about 17 years without adding new money.
How do I calculate VBCD dividend reinvestment (DRIP) returns?
Enter your starting amount, monthly contribution and time horizon in the VBCD DRIP calculator at the top of this page. It reinvests each payout into new shares at the projected price, grows the dividend at the rate you choose and shows yearly income, share count, portfolio value and yield on cost. You can switch DRIP off to compare.
When is VBCD's next ex-dividend date?
VBCD's next ex-dividend date has not been announced yet; the most recent one was 2026-10-01. VBCD pays dividends monthly. Buy before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment.
What is VBCD's dividend growth rate?
VBCD has less than a year of dividend history in our data, so there is no dividend growth rate yet.
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🌍 VBCD Yield by Country & Account Type
Real after-tax yield depends on where you live and how you hold VBCD.
| Account/Country | Tax Rate | After-tax Yield | Real Yield | $10K Annual Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 Roth IRA / 401k | 0% | 4.23% | 1.43% | $423 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) ✓ | 15% | 3.60% | 0.80% | $360 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (20%) | 20% | 3.38% | 0.58% | $338 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK ISA | 0% | 4.23% | 1.43% | $423 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK Taxable | 8.75% | 3.86% | 1.06% | $386 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 TFSA | 0% | 4.23% | 1.43% | $423 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 CA Taxable | 25% | 3.17% | 0.37% | $317 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 Super (pension) | 15% | 3.60% | 0.80% | $360 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 AU Taxable | 30% | 2.96% | 0.16% | $296 / yr |
| 🇩🇪 DE Taxable | 26.375% | 3.11% | 0.31% | $311 / yr |
| 🇫🇷 FR Taxable | 30% | 2.96% | 0.16% | $296 / yr |
Real yield = after-tax yield minus US CPI of 2.8%. 12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators). Click any row to select. US withholding tax (30%, reducible by treaty) applies to non-US residents holding US stocks in taxable accounts.
🎯 VBCD Income Goal & Break-Even
12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators).
Based on current dividend of $3.13/share/yr · 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) · static projection (no growth assumed).
📅 VBCD Dividend Payment Schedule
VBCD pays every month — 12 payments per year.
📊 VBCD vs Financial Services Benchmarks
How VBCD compares to typical Financial Services averages.
Benchmarks: S&P 500 sector averages (2024–2026). Sources: Morningstar, Bloomberg, NAREIT. 5Y CAGR for VBCD sourced from FMP /financial-growth endpoint — real data, not estimates.
🏛️ VBCD Insider Activity
No recent SEC filings reported in the last 90 days.Dividend yields, payout ratios, and financial metrics are sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and cross-referenced with SEC EDGAR filings. Data is cached and updated every 24 hours via our nightly refresh. DRIP projections are forward-looking estimates, not guarantees.
Educational purposes only. Not financial advice. DividendFlow is not a registered investment advisor. Projections generated by the VBCD dividend calculator are estimates based on historical data and user inputs. Actual future returns, stock prices, and dividend payments will vary. Dividends can be cut or suspended at any time. All investments carry risk, including the loss of principal. Please consult a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Full disclaimer →
Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF (VBCD) is currently trading at $73.84, trading near its 52-week high. The current dividend yield is 4.23% based on an annual payout of $3.13 per share.
VBCD (Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF) — 4.23% Dividend Yield Analysis
Vanguard Target Maturity 2030 Corporate Bond ETF (VBCD) is a financial services stock currently trading at $73.84 with a dividend yield of 4.23%. It pays an annual dividend of $3.13 per share.
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