DRLL vs IXC
Strive U.S. Energy ETF compared with iShares Global Energy ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
DRLL
Strive U.S. Energy ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
IXC
iShares Global Energy ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- IXC yields more today: 2.48% vs 2.03% (forward).
- DRLL has grown its payout faster: 4.0%/yr vs 1.9%/yr over the last 1 year.
- DRLL pays every quarter; IXC pays twice a year.
- Over the last year DRLL delivered the higher total return: +45.3% vs +42.9% (price change plus payouts).
- IXC is cheaper to own: 0.37% vs 0.41% expense ratio.
- DRLL has the steadier distribution: consistency 94/100 vs 78/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | DRLL | IXC |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $41.35 | $58.41 |
| TTM yield | 2.07% | 2.69% |
| Forward yield | 2.03% | 2.48% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.84 | $1.448 |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Sep 28, 2026 (est.) | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.41% | 0.37% |
| 1-year payout growth | +4.0% | +1.9% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | — | +9.0% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 1 year | 2 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 94/100 | 78/100 |
| 1-year total return | +45.3% | +42.9% |
| 1-year price return | +42.3% | +39.2% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 312.1M | 2.8B |
| Years paying | 3.7 | 24.7 |
| Sector / category | Equity Energy | Equity Energy |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| DRLL | IXC | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 241.8 | 171.2 |
| Income per year | $203 | $248 |
| Income per month (avg) | $17 | $21 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model DRLL · Model IXC
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRLL Sep 28, 2026 | Oct 12, 2026 | $0.21 | Est. |
| DRLL Dec 28, 2026 | Jan 11, 2027 | $0.21 | Est. |
| DRLL Mar 29, 2027 | Apr 12, 2027 | $0.21 | Est. |
| IXC Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.724 | Est. |
| IXC Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.724 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
DRLLIXC
Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, DRLL or IXC?
IXC currently has the higher trailing yield: DRLL yields 2.07% and IXC yields 2.69%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do DRLL and IXC pay?
DRLL pays every quarter and IXC pays twice a year. DRLL's next ex-date is Sep 28, 2026 and IXC's is Dec 14, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, DRLL or IXC?
DRLL has grown its payout faster: 4.0%/yr vs 1.9%/yr over the last 1 year.
Is DRLL or IXC better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. DRLL and IXC differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.