NLR Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 (in 103 days) | Jan 4, 2027 | $3.166 | $316.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from NLR's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.166 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 18 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much NLR do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 380 | $45,464 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,896 | $227,322 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,791 | $454,643 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.64%. $10,000 in NLR would currently pay about $264 a year ($22 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
NLR distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $3.166 | +415.6% |
| Dec 23, 2024 | — | $0.614 | -81.2% |
| Dec 18, 2023 | — | $3.258 | +193.8% |
| Dec 19, 2022 | — | $1.109 | +1.6% |
| Dec 20, 2021 | — | $1.091 | -0.5% |
| Dec 21, 2020 | — | $1.096 | -7.0% |
| Dec 23, 2019 | — | $1.179 | -39.1% |
| Dec 20, 2018 | — | $1.936 | -18.7% |
| Dec 18, 2017 | — | $2.382 | +38.6% |
| Dec 19, 2016 | — | $1.719 | +15.7% |
| Dec 21, 2015 | — | $1.486 | +16.7% |
| Dec 22, 2014 | — | $1.273 | +282.3% |
| Dec 23, 2013 | — | $0.333 | -82.4% |
| Dec 24, 2012 | — | $1.896 | -67.3% |
| Dec 23, 2011 | — | $5.796 | +81.6% |
| Dec 23, 2010 | — | $3.192 | +154.5% |
| Dec 23, 2009 | — | $1.254 | — |
| Dec 24, 2007 | — | $5.835 Special | — |
Payout risk check
NLR's last 12 distributions were variable (consistency score 52/100).
Its share price moved +1.0% 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 VanEck Uranium and Nuclear ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index includes equity securities and depositary receipts issued by companies involved in uranium and nuclear energy. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: Natural Resources. First distribution on our records: Dec 24, 2007. 18 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
NLR distribution FAQ
When is NLR's next ex-distribution date?
NLR's next ex-distribution date is Dec 21, 2026 (in 103 days, estimated from its annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $3.166 per share, expected on Jan 4, 2027.
How often does NLR pay distributions?
NLR pays distributions once a year, 1 times a year. The most recent payment was $3.166 per share with an ex-date of Dec 22, 2025.
What is NLR's distribution yield?
NLR's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.64%, based on $3.166 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $119.95. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.166 per share, is 2.64%.
How much does NLR pay per share?
NLR pays about $3.166 per share each year, which works out to roughly $3.166 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $316.60 a year.
Has NLR grown or cut its distribution?
NLR has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 23.6% a year (+415.6% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of NLR do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.64%, you would need about 380 shares of NLR (roughly $45,464 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive once a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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