BLV is Vanguard's Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF (Long-Term Bond). Trading at $65.66. Current dividend yield: 4.92%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $3.28 |
| Current yield | 4.92% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 03, 2026(today) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 03, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2813 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | -12.69% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 2.45% |
| Expense ratio | 0.03% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Market cap | $8.49B |
| Exchange | PCX |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | $0.2808 |
| 2026-08-03 | $0.2813 |
| 2026-07-01 | $0.2716 |
| 2026-06-01 | $0.2817 |
| 2026-05-01 | $0.2741 |
| 2026-04-01 | $0.2836 |
| 2026-03-02 | $0.2511 |
| 2026-02-02 | $0.2775 |
About BLV
This index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities of greater than 10 years and are publicly issued. All of the fund's investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
Frequently asked
What is BLV's dividend yield?
BLV (Vanguard Long-Term Bond ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 4.92%, which works out to about $3.28 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is BLV's next ex-dividend date?
BLV's next ex-dividend date is Sep 03, 2026 (today). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did BLV last pay a dividend?
BLV's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 03, 2026.
How often does BLV pay dividends?
BLV pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is BLV growing its dividend?
BLV has been growing its dividend at a 2.45% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-03. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.