How much does VDEM.L pay per share?

Over the last year Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF (USD) Distributing paid out about $1.69 per share, distributed quarterly.

When is the next VDEM.L distribution?

Based on the payment pattern, the next ex-dividend date lands around 18 September 2026. That is an estimate from past timing, not an announcement.

What does VDEM.L hold?

Its biggest positions right now are Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd, Tencent Holdings Ltd and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Ordinary Shares. The VDEM.L inspect page has the full holdings, sector and country breakdown.

VDEM.L dividend calculator

Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF (USD) Distributing

Current price $84.58

Distribution income calculator

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Amount invested ($)

Holding period: 10 years

Distribution growth: 5.4% a year

Share price growth: 5.0% a year

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Dividend tax: 0%

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VDEM.L distribution health check

Distribution yield2.00%

Modest yield

Distribution frequencyQuarterly

Next payment expected around 16 October 2026 (estimate)

Yearly fee (TER)0.17%

The yearly cost baked into your returns

ETF quality95/100

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What's inside VDEM.L?

Top holdings

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd17.3%
Tencent Holdings Ltd3.6%
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Ordinary Shares2.6%
MediaTek Inc1.5%
China Construction Bank Corp Class H1.0%

Top sectors

Technology31.1%
Financial Services21.4%
Consumer Cyclical10.4%

Full holdings, sector and country look-through

VDEM.L vs similar income ETFs

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VDEM.LVanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF (USD) Distributing	2.00%	0.17%	This page
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Frequently asked questions

How much does VDEM.L pay per share?: Over the last year Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF (USD) Distributing paid out about $1.69 per share, distributed quarterly.
When is the next VDEM.L distribution?: Based on the payment pattern, the next ex-dividend date lands around 18 September 2026. That is an estimate from past timing, not an announcement.
What does VDEM.L hold?: Its biggest positions right now are Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd, Tencent Holdings Ltd and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Ordinary Shares. The VDEM.L inspect page has the full holdings, sector and country breakdown.

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