SMAX is iShares's iShares Large Cap Max Buffer Sep ETF (Defined Outcome). Trading at $28.31. Current dividend yield: 0.95%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.26 |
| Current yield | 0.95% |
| Payment frequency | Annually |
| Next ex-dividend date | Dec 23, 2026(in 111 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2632 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | — |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | — |
| Expense ratio | 0.50% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Exchange | BTS |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-23 | $0.2632 |
| 2024-12-30 | $0.0668 |
About SMAX
Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities or other instruments that provide exposure to securities of large-capitalization companies or that provide for the approximate cap or the approximate buffer with respect to securities of large-capitalization companies. The fund is non-diversified.
Frequently asked
What is SMAX's dividend yield?
SMAX (iShares Large Cap Max Buffer Sep ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 0.95%, which works out to about $0.26 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is SMAX's next ex-dividend date?
SMAX's next ex-dividend date is Dec 23, 2026 (in 111 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did SMAX last pay a dividend?
SMAX's most recent dividend payment date was Dec 23, 2025.
How often does SMAX pay dividends?
SMAX pays dividends on a annually schedule.
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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.