iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF
LQDDividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2026 | $0.38 | 2026-07-01 | 2026-07-01 |
| June 4, 2026 | $0.41 | 2026-06-01 | 2026-06-01 |
| May 6, 2026 | $0.42 | 2026-05-01 | 2026-05-01 |
| April 7, 2026 | $0.45 | 2026-04-01 | 2026-04-01 |
| March 5, 2026 | $0.38 | 2026-03-02 | 2026-03-02 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF has rewarded shareholders with 231 dividend payments over the past 19 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held LQD shares during this period received a total of $85.59 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.38/share was paid 11 days ago, on July 7, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: LQD currently pays dividends monthly with an annual yield of 4.60%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2007, the dividend payout has decreased by 22.5%, from $0.49 to $0.38.
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The article compares two bond ETFs: Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF (VGLT) and iShares iBoxx Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (LQD). VGLT offers lower fees (0.03% vs 0.14%) and zero credit risk through U.S. Treasuries but higher interest rate sensitivity. LQD provides higher yields and lower volatility but carries corporate credit risk. With c...
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With interest rate uncertainty and geopolitical tensions affecting bond markets, the article recommends three bond ETFs with varying risk profiles. The iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (SGOV) is highlighted as the best choice for current conditions, offering a 3.5% yield with minimal rate risk. The iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEF) and...
LQD (investment-grade corporate bonds) and TLT (long-term Treasury bonds) are compared as fixed-income ETF options. LQD offers a slightly lower expense ratio (0.14% vs 0.15%), higher yield (4.44% vs 4.27%), and stronger 5-year returns with lower volatility. TLT provides government-backed security but has experienced deeper drawdowns due to intere...
