IPAC vs NORW
iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF compared with Global X MSCI Norway ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
IPAC
iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
NORW
Global X MSCI Norway ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- NORW yields more today: 2.30% vs 2.02% (forward).
- IPAC has grown its payout faster: 19.6%/yr vs -2.8%/yr over the last 5 years.
- Both pay twice a year.
- Over the last year NORW delivered the higher total return: +27.3% vs +25.0% (price change plus payouts).
- IPAC is cheaper to own: 0.09% vs 0.50% expense ratio.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | IPAC | NORW |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $87.14 | $37.44 |
| TTM yield | 3.67% | 1.15% |
| Forward yield | 2.02% | 2.30% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.762 | $0.86 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Dec 29, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.09% | 0.50% |
| 1-year payout growth | +49.6% | -64.4% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +19.6% | -2.8% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 4 years | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 49/100 | 51/100 |
| 1-year total return | +25.0% | +27.3% |
| 1-year price return | +20.6% | +25.8% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 2.8B | 96.4M |
| Years paying | 11.7 | 16.7 |
| Sector / category | Focused Region | Focused Region |
✓ 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
| IPAC | NORW | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 114.8 | 267.1 |
| Income per year | $202 | $230 |
| Income per month (avg) | $17 | $19 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model IPAC · Model NORW
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPAC Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.881 | Est. |
| IPAC Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.881 | Est. |
| NORW Dec 29, 2026 | Jan 12, 2027 | $0.43 | Est. |
| NORW Jun 29, 2027 | Jul 13, 2027 | $0.43 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
IPACNORW
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, IPAC or NORW?
IPAC currently has the higher trailing yield: IPAC yields 3.67% and NORW yields 1.15%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do IPAC and NORW pay?
IPAC pays twice a year and NORW pays twice a year. IPAC's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and NORW's is Dec 29, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, IPAC or NORW?
IPAC has grown its payout faster: 19.6%/yr vs -2.8%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is IPAC or NORW better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. IPAC and NORW 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.