IXC vs PWER
iShares Global Energy ETF compared with Nomura Energy Transition ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
IXC
iShares Global Energy ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
PWER
Nomura Energy Transition ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
Quick take
- IXC yields more today: 2.48% vs 0.53% (forward).
- IXC has grown its payout faster: 1.9%/yr vs -32.6%/yr over the last 1 year.
- IXC pays twice a year; PWER pays every quarter.
- Over the last year PWER delivered the higher total return: +51.0% vs +42.9% (price change plus payouts).
- IXC is cheaper to own: 0.37% vs 0.79% expense ratio.
- IXC has the steadier distribution: consistency 78/100 vs 47/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | IXC | PWER |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $58.41 | $46.28 |
| TTM yield | 2.69% | 0.28% |
| Forward yield | 2.48% | 0.53% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.448 | $0.244 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Quarterly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Sep 24, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.37% | 0.79% |
| 1-year payout growth | +1.9% | -32.6% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +9.0% | — |
| Consecutive years of increases | 2 years | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 78/100 | 47/100 |
| 1-year total return | +42.9% | +51.0% |
| 1-year price return | +39.2% | +50.6% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 2.8B | 12.7M |
| Years paying | 24.7 | 2.7 |
| 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
| IXC | PWER | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 171.2 | 216.1 |
| Income per year | $248 | $53 |
| Income per month (avg) | $21 | $4 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model IXC · Model PWER
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| IXC Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.724 | Est. |
| IXC Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.724 | Est. |
| PWER Sep 24, 2026 | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.061 | Est. |
| PWER Dec 27, 2026 | Jan 10, 2027 | $0.061 | Est. |
| PWER Mar 31, 2027 | Apr 14, 2027 | $0.061 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
IXCPWER
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, IXC or PWER?
IXC currently has the higher trailing yield: IXC yields 2.69% and PWER yields 0.28%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do IXC and PWER pay?
IXC pays twice a year and PWER pays every quarter. IXC's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and PWER's is Sep 24, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, IXC or PWER?
IXC has grown its payout faster: 1.9%/yr vs -32.6%/yr over the last 1 year.
Is IXC or PWER better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. IXC and PWER 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.