SMOG Distribution History & Yield
VanEck Low Carbon Energy ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 (in 103 days) | Jan 4, 2027 | $2.034 | $203.40 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SMOG's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.034 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 17 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SMOG do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 590 | $82,590 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,950 | $412,950 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,900 | $825,900 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.45%. $10,000 in SMOG would currently pay about $145 a year ($12 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SMOG distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $2.034 | +25.4% |
| Dec 23, 2024 | — | $1.622 | -7.5% |
| Dec 18, 2023 | — | $1.753 | +20.2% |
| Dec 19, 2022 | — | $1.458 | +104.8% |
| Dec 20, 2021 | — | $0.712 | +673.9% |
| Dec 21, 2020 | — | $0.092 | -72.7% |
| Dec 20, 2018 | — | $0.337 | -56.1% |
| Dec 18, 2017 | — | $0.767 | -28.4% |
| Dec 19, 2016 | — | $1.071 | +246.6% |
| Dec 21, 2015 | — | $0.309 | +173.5% |
| Dec 22, 2014 | — | $0.113 | -79.6% |
| Dec 23, 2013 | — | $0.554 | -10.8% |
| Dec 24, 2012 | — | $0.621 | -40.5% |
| Dec 23, 2011 | — | $1.044 | +83.2% |
| Dec 23, 2010 | — | $0.57 | +1483.3% |
| Dec 23, 2009 | — | $0.036 | -91.4% |
| Dec 26, 2008 | — | $0.42 | — |
Payout risk check
SMOG's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 28/100).
Its share price moved +19.2% over the past year.
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About VanEck Low Carbon Energy ETF
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in stocks of low carbon energy companies. Such companies may include small- and medium-capitalization companies and foreign issuers. “Low carbon energy companies” refers to companies primarily engaged in renewable energy, including renewable energy production, alternative fuels, electric vehicles, and related technologies and building materials (such as advanced batteries). It is non-diversified.
Fund family: VanEck. Category: Miscellaneous Sector. First distribution on our records: Dec 26, 2008. 17 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SMOG distribution FAQ
When is SMOG's next ex-distribution date?
SMOG'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 $2.034 per share, expected on Jan 4, 2027.
How often does SMOG pay distributions?
SMOG pays distributions once a year, 1 times a year. The most recent payment was $2.034 per share with an ex-date of Dec 22, 2025.
What is SMOG's distribution yield?
SMOG's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.45%, based on $2.034 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $139.99. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.034 per share, is 1.45%.
How much does SMOG pay per share?
SMOG pays about $2.034 per share each year, which works out to roughly $2.034 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $203.40 a year.
Has SMOG grown or cut its distribution?
SMOG has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 85.7% a year (+25.4% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of SMOG do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.45%, you would need about 590 shares of SMOG (roughly $82,590 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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