Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (VDC)
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2025 | $1.13 | 2025-09-24 | 2025-09-24 |
| June 30, 2025 | $1.24 | 2025-06-26 | 2025-06-26 |
| March 27, 2025 | $1.17 | 2025-03-25 | 2025-03-25 |
| December 20, 2024 | $1.21 | 2024-12-18 | 2024-12-18 |
| October 1, 2024 | $1.32 | 2024-09-27 | 2024-09-27 |
Dividends Summary
- Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF has issued 49 dividend payments over the past 18 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 26 days ago, on September 26, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $2.59 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $1.22 per share.
Company News
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