IXC vs RNRG
iShares Global Energy ETF compared with Global X Renewable Energy Producers ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
IXC
iShares Global Energy ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
RNRG
Global X Renewable Energy Producers ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- IXC yields more today: 2.27% vs 1.36% (forward).
- IXC has grown its payout faster: 9.0%/yr vs -9.9%/yr over the last 5 years.
- Both pay twice a year.
- Over the last year IXC delivered the higher total return: +56.8% vs +0.2% (price change plus payouts).
- IXC is cheaper to own: 0.37% vs 0.65% expense ratio.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | IXC | RNRG |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $63.88 | $31.33 |
| TTM yield | 2.46% | 1.87% |
| Forward yield | 2.27% | 1.36% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.448 | $0.426 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Dec 28, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.37% | 0.65% |
| 1-year payout growth | +1.9% | +90.0% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +9.0% | -9.9% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 2 years | 1 year |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 78/100 | 73/100 |
| 1-year total return | +56.8% | +0.2% |
| 1-year price return | +53.0% | -1.6% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 3.0B | 23.5M |
| Years paying | 24.8 | 11.2 |
| 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 | RNRG | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 156.5 | 319.1 |
| Income per year | $227 | $136 |
| Income per month (avg) | $19 | $11 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model IXC · Model RNRG
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. |
| RNRG Dec 28, 2026 | Jan 6, 2027 | $0.213 | Est. |
| RNRG Jun 28, 2027 | Jul 7, 2027 | $0.213 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
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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 RNRG?
IXC currently has the higher trailing yield: IXC yields 2.46% and RNRG yields 1.87%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do IXC and RNRG pay?
IXC pays twice a year and RNRG pays twice a year. IXC's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and RNRG's is Dec 28, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, IXC or RNRG?
IXC has grown its payout faster: 9.0%/yr vs -9.9%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is IXC or RNRG better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. IXC and RNRG 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.