VCLN Distribution History & Yield
Virtus Duff & Phelps Clean 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 | $0.206 | $20.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 (in 285 days) | Jul 5, 2027 | $0.206 | $20.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VCLN's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.412 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 9 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VCLN do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,913 | $81,367 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 14,564 | $406,835 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 29,127 | $813,670 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.47%. $10,000 in VCLN would currently pay about $147 a year ($12 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VCLN distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2026 | — | $0.206 | -36.8% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.326 | +71.6% |
| Jun 20, 2025 | — | $0.19 | +108.8% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.091 | -13.3% |
| Jun 20, 2024 | — | $0.105 | +26.5% |
| Dec 20, 2023 | — | $0.083 | -33.1% |
| Jun 20, 2023 | — | $0.124 | +300.0% |
| Dec 20, 2022 | — | $0.031 | -72.6% |
| Jun 21, 2022 | — | $0.113 | — |
Payout risk check
VCLN's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 42/100).
Its share price moved +23.3% over the past year.
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About Virtus Duff & Phelps Clean Energy ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest not less than 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of clean energy companies. The sub-adviser defines clean energy companies as those that derive at least 50% of their value from one or more of the following clean energy businesses: (a) the production of clean energy; (b) the provision of clean energy technology and equipment; or (c) the transmission and distribution of clean energy. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: Virtus. Category: Miscellaneous Sector. First distribution on our records: Jun 21, 2022. 9 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VCLN distribution FAQ
When is VCLN's next ex-distribution date?
VCLN's next ex-distribution date is Dec 21, 2026 (in 103 days, estimated from its semi-annual schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.206 per share, expected on Jan 4, 2027.
How often does VCLN pay distributions?
VCLN pays distributions twice a year, 2 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.206 per share with an ex-date of Jun 22, 2026.
What is VCLN's distribution yield?
VCLN's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.90%, based on $0.532 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $27.94. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.412 per share, is 1.47%.
How much does VCLN pay per share?
VCLN pays about $0.206 per share each half-year, which works out to roughly $0.412 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $41.20 a year.
Has VCLN grown or cut its distribution?
VCLN has raised its annual distribution for 3 consecutive years. Over the last 3 years the regular payout changed +50.8% a year.
How many shares of VCLN do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.47%, you would need about 2,913 shares of VCLN (roughly $81,367 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive twice a year, so the monthly figure is an average.
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