MLPA Distribution History & Yield
Global X MLP ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 (in 16 days) | Nov 24, 2026 | $1.02 | $102.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 (in 108 days) | Feb 24, 2027 | $1.02 | $102.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 13, 2027 (in 200 days) | May 27, 2027 | $1.02 | $102.00 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 13, 2027 (in 292 days) | Aug 27, 2027 | $1.02 | $102.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MLPA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.08 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much MLPA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 295 | $16,053 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,471 | $80,265 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,942 | $160,529 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.48%. $10,000 in MLPA would currently pay about $748 a year ($62 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MLPA distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | — | $1.02 | +0.0% |
| May 11, 2026 | — | $1.02 | +2.0% |
| Feb 9, 2026 | — | $1.00 | +2.0% |
| Nov 7, 2025 | — | $0.98 | +4.8% |
| Aug 7, 2025 | — | $0.935 | +0.0% |
| May 7, 2025 | — | $0.935 | +0.0% |
| Feb 7, 2025 | — | $0.935 | +2.7% |
| Nov 7, 2024 | — | $0.91 | +1.1% |
| Aug 7, 2024 | — | $0.90 | +0.0% |
| May 7, 2024 | — | $0.90 | +3.4% |
| Feb 7, 2024 | — | $0.87 | +0.0% |
| Nov 7, 2023 | — | $0.87 | +3.6% |
| Aug 7, 2023 | — | $0.84 | +0.0% |
| May 5, 2023 | — | $0.84 | +9.1% |
| Feb 7, 2023 | — | $0.77 | +0.0% |
| Nov 7, 2022 | — | $0.77 | +0.0% |
| Aug 5, 2022 | — | $0.77 | +2.7% |
| May 6, 2022 | — | $0.75 | +3.4% |
| Feb 7, 2022 | — | $0.725 | +0.0% |
| Nov 5, 2021 | — | $0.725 | +0.0% |
| Aug 6, 2021 | — | $0.725 | -6.5% |
| May 7, 2021 | — | $0.775 | -6.1% |
| Feb 5, 2021 | — | $0.825 | -8.3% |
| Nov 6, 2020 | — | $0.90 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
MLPA's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved +12.7% over the past year.
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Global X MLP ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of the underlying index. Moreover, at least 80% of the fund's total assets will be invested in securities that have economic characteristics of the Master Limited Partnership ("MLP") asset class. The underlying index is intended to give investors a means of tracking the performance of the energy infrastructure MLP asset class in the United States. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Global X Funds. Category: Energy Limited Partnership. First distribution on our records: Jul 2, 2012. 57 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MLPA distribution FAQ
When is MLPA's next ex-distribution date?
MLPA's next ex-distribution date is Nov 10, 2026 (in 16 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $1.02 per share, expected on Nov 24, 2026.
How often does MLPA pay distributions?
MLPA pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $1.02 per share with an ex-date of Aug 10, 2026.
What is MLPA's distribution yield?
MLPA's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.37%, based on $4.02 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $54.58. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.08 per share, is 7.48%.
How much does MLPA pay per share?
MLPA pays about $1.02 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $4.08 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $408.00 a year.
Has MLPA grown or cut its distribution?
MLPA has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 4.5% a year (+8.2% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of MLPA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.48%, you would need about 295 shares of MLPA (roughly $16,053 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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