EIPX vs IXC
FT Energy Income Partners Strategy ETF compared with iShares Global Energy ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EIPX
FT Energy Income Partners Strategy ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
IXC
iShares Global Energy ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- EIPX yields more today: 2.86% vs 2.48% (forward).
- EIPX has grown its payout faster: 3.4%/yr vs 1.9%/yr over the last 1 year.
- EIPX pays every quarter; IXC pays twice a year.
- Over the last year IXC delivered the higher total return: +42.9% vs +31.1% (price change plus payouts).
- IXC is cheaper to own: 0.37% vs 0.95% expense ratio.
- EIPX has the steadier distribution: consistency 90/100 vs 78/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EIPX | IXC |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $33.65 | $58.41 |
| TTM yield | 2.60% | 2.69% |
| Forward yield | 2.86% | 2.48% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.964 | $1.448 |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Sep 24, 2026 (est.) | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.95% | 0.37% |
| 1-year payout growth | +3.4% | +1.9% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | — | +9.0% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 3 years | 2 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 90/100 | 78/100 |
| 1-year total return | +31.1% | +42.9% |
| 1-year price return | +27.8% | +39.2% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 584.0M | 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
| EIPX | IXC | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 297.2 | 171.2 |
| Income per year | $286 | $248 |
| Income per month (avg) | $24 | $21 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model EIPX · Model IXC
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EIPX Sep 24, 2026 | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.241 | Est. |
| EIPX Dec 24, 2026 | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.241 | Est. |
| EIPX Mar 25, 2027 | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.241 | 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
EIPXIXC
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, EIPX or IXC?
IXC currently has the higher trailing yield: EIPX yields 2.60% and IXC yields 2.69%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EIPX and IXC pay?
EIPX pays every quarter and IXC pays twice a year. EIPX's next ex-date is Sep 24, 2026 and IXC's is Dec 14, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EIPX or IXC?
EIPX has grown its payout faster: 3.4%/yr vs 1.9%/yr over the last 1 year.
Is EIPX or IXC better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EIPX 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.