VGUS is Vanguard's Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury ETF (Ultrashort Bond). Trading at $75.47. Current dividend yield: 3.58%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $2.70 |
| Current yield | 3.58% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Oct 01, 2026(in 27 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Sep 03, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2312 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | — |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | — |
| Expense ratio | 0.07% |
| Payout ratio | 0% |
| Market cap | $931M |
| Exchange | NGM |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | $0.2312 |
| 2026-08-03 | $0.2309 |
| 2026-07-01 | $0.2204 |
| 2026-06-01 | $0.2235 |
| 2026-05-01 | $0.2167 |
| 2026-04-01 | $0.2175 |
| 2026-03-02 | $0.1920 |
| 2026-02-02 | $0.2237 |
About VGUS
The fund manager employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the target index, which includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities, floating rate securities, and certain other security types) that have maturities up to 12 months. Under normal circumstances, it invests at least 80% of its assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the bonds that make up the target index.
Frequently asked
What is VGUS's dividend yield?
VGUS (Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 3.58%, which works out to about $2.70 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is VGUS's next ex-dividend date?
VGUS's next ex-dividend date is Oct 01, 2026 (in 27 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did VGUS last pay a dividend?
VGUS's most recent dividend payment date was Sep 03, 2026.
How often does VGUS pay dividends?
VGUS pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-04. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.