ESGV Dividend Yield 2026: Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF

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Data last updated: Sep 06, 2026

Snapshot (as of Sep 06, 2026): Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV) pays a $1.15 annual dividend ($0.28 quarterly), yielding 0.84% at $136.66/share. Next ex-dividend date 2026-06-18. Source: Yahoo Finance, aggregated by MerryDiv.

Dividend Yield: 0.84%

Annual Dividend: $1.15 per share

Ex-Dividend Date: 2026-06-18

Dividend Frequency: quarterly

Sector: Financial Services

Years of Dividend History: 9

About Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF Dividend

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF dividend reflects the fund's broad exposure to U.S. large, mid, and small-cap stocks screened against strict Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria. The current yield stands at 0.84%, with a trailing annual dividend rate of $1.1517 per share paid quarterly. The next ex-dividend date is June 18, 2026. ESGV suits investors who prioritize ESG alignment alongside dividend growth, given a 7.4% annualized dividend growth rate over the past six years.

Dividend Safety

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF pays out dividends as a pass-through of income from its underlying holdings, a payout ratio classified as not applicable (fund/ETF). Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF dividend safety rests on the breadth of the fund's holdings across large, mid, and small-cap U.S. equities, which diversifies the income stream across hundreds of companies rather than depending on any single issuer. The primary pressure point is that ESGV's ESG exclusions, covering fossil fuels, tobacco, alcohol, and other sectors, narrow the investable universe and can reduce aggregate dividend income relative to unconstrained broad-market funds.

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV) Dividend Growth Rate, CAGR, and History

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF dividend history shows a CAGR of 7.4% per year from 2019 to 2025. Per-share payments grew from $0.7180 to $1.1031 over that window (2026 is a partial year and excluded from this calculation). The smallest annual increase in the window was 0.6% in 2025, a notable step down from the largest increase of 11.8% recorded in 2022.

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR)

Period	CAGR	From	To
3-Year	+5.8%	$0.93 (2022)	$1.10 (2025)
5-Year	+7.2%	$0.78 (2020)	$1.10 (2025)

Is Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF a Good Dividend Stock?

ESGV fits dividend investors who want growing income from a diversified U.S. equity fund and are willing to accept a low yield in exchange for ESG-screened exposure. The current yield of 0.84% is low (below 2%), though it sits above the fund's own 5-year average of 0.72%, meaning today's income rate is modestly better than the historical norm. Six consecutive years of dividend increases at a 7.4% annualized pace show that the per-share payment has grown meaningfully over time. The trade-off is clear: income today is thin, but the growth rate has outpaced inflation over the measured window. Investors who need high current income will find ESGV insufficient; those focused on ESG principles and dividend growth get both in one fund.

Recent Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF Dividend Payments

Payment Date	Amount per Share
2026-06-18	$0.2792
2026-03-20	$0.2943
2025-12-19	$0.2951
2025-09-19	$0.2831
2025-06-20	$0.2581
2025-03-21	$0.2668
2024-12-20	$0.2890
2024-09-20	$0.2839
2024-06-21	$0.3006
2024-03-15	$0.2226

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF Annual Dividend History

Year	Total Dividends
2026	$0.5735
2025	$1.1031
2024	$1.0961
2023	$0.9882
2022	$0.9320

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does ESGV pay dividends?

Yes, Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV) pays a $0.28 quarterly dividend per share, yielding 0.84%.

How often does Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF pay dividends?

Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF pays dividends quarterly. The most recent dividend was $0.2792 per share, with the next ex-dividend date set for June 18, 2026.

What is Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF's current dividend yield?

The current yield is 0.84%, which is above the fund's 5-year average yield of 0.72%. That means today's income rate is modestly higher than what ESGV has historically offered.

Has Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF ever cut its dividend?

No annual dividend cut appears in the available history from 2019 through 2025. Each full calendar year in that window shows a higher annual payment than the prior year, with the smallest increase being 0.6% in 2025.

How fast has Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF grown its dividend?

ESGV has grown its dividend at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% per year from 2019 to 2025. Per-share payments rose from $0.7180 to $1.1031 over that six-year period.

Is Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF a good dividend stock for income investors?

For income investors, ESGV's 0.84% yield is low (below 2%), which limits current income. Its appeal lies in six consecutive years of dividend increases at a 7.4% annualized rate, making it better suited to growth-oriented dividend investors than those seeking high current payouts.

What type of investor is Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF best suited for?

ESGV fits investors who prioritize ESG screening and dividend growth over high current income. The 7.4% annualized dividend growth rate and six-year increase streak appeal to long-horizon investors; the 0.84% yield makes it a poor fit for those who need substantial income today.

How does Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF compare to its own historical yield?

At 0.84%, the current yield is above ESGV's 5-year average of 0.72%. The fund is currently generating more income per share relative to price than it has on average over the past five years.

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