Vanguard Information Technology ETF
VGTDividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 | $0.14 | 2026-06-24 | 2026-06-24 |
| March 26, 2026 | $0.74 | 2026-03-24 | 2026-03-24 |
| December 19, 2025 | $0.76 | 2025-12-17 | 2025-12-17 |
| September 26, 2025 | $0.86 | 2025-09-24 | 2025-09-24 |
| June 30, 2025 | $0.70 | 2025-06-26 | 2025-06-26 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Vanguard Information Technology ETF has rewarded shareholders with 52 dividend payments over the past 19 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held VGT shares during this period received a total of $33.54 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.14/share was paid 22 days ago, on June 26, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: VGT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.21%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2007, the dividend payout has decreased by 20.9%, from $0.17 to $0.14.
Company News
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