EMLP vs USAI
First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure Fund compared with Pacer American Energy Infrastructure ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EMLP
First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure Fund
TTM yield · Quarterly
USAI
Pacer American Energy Infrastructure ETF
TTM yield · Monthly
Quick take
- USAI yields more today: 4.13% vs 2.95% (forward).
- EMLP has grown its payout faster: 7.4%/yr vs 5.0%/yr over the last 5 years.
- EMLP pays every quarter; USAI pays every month.
- Over the last year USAI delivered the higher total return: +21.4% vs +17.7% (price change plus payouts).
- USAI is cheaper to own: 0.75% vs 0.95% expense ratio.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EMLP | USAI |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $43.83 | $46.46 |
| TTM yield | 2.79% | 4.13% |
| Forward yield | 2.95% | 4.13% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.292 | $1.92 |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly | Monthly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 24, 2026 (est.) | Nov 19, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.95% | 0.75% |
| 1-year payout growth | +4.0% | +4.3% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +7.4% | +5.0% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 4 years | 1 year |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 92/100 | 100/100 |
| 1-year total return | +17.7% | +21.4% |
| 1-year price return | +14.5% | +16.6% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 3.9B | 110.4M |
| Years paying | 14.1 | 8.8 |
| Sector / category | Energy Limited Partnership | Energy Limited Partnership |
✓ 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
| EMLP | USAI | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 228.2 | 215.2 |
| Income per year | $295 | $413 |
| Income per month (avg) | $25 | $34 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model EMLP · Model USAI
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMLP Dec 24, 2026 | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.323 | Est. |
| EMLP Mar 25, 2027 | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.323 | Est. |
| EMLP Jun 24, 2027 | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.323 | Est. |
| USAI Nov 19, 2026 | Dec 3, 2026 | $0.16 | Est. |
| USAI Dec 17, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 | $0.16 | Est. |
| USAI Jan 14, 2027 | Jan 28, 2027 | $0.16 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
EMLPUSAI
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, EMLP or USAI?
USAI currently has the higher trailing yield: EMLP yields 2.79% and USAI yields 4.13%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EMLP and USAI pay?
EMLP pays every quarter and USAI pays every month. EMLP's next ex-date is Dec 24, 2026 and USAI's is Nov 19, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EMLP or USAI?
EMLP has grown its payout faster: 7.4%/yr vs 5.0%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is EMLP or USAI better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EMLP and USAI 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.