XLE Distribution History & Yield
State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 21, 2026 (in 12 days) | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.385 | $38.50 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 (in 103 days) | Jan 4, 2027 | $0.385 | $38.50 | Estimated |
| Mon, Mar 22, 2027 (in 194 days) | Apr 5, 2027 | $0.385 | $38.50 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 (in 285 days) | Jul 5, 2027 | $0.385 | $38.50 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from XLE's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.54 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much XLE do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 780 | $50,466 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,897 | $252,331 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,793 | $504,662 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.38%. $10,000 in XLE would currently pay about $238 a year ($20 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
XLE distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2026 | — | $0.385 | +0.0% |
| Mar 23, 2026 | — | $0.385 | +3.2% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.373 | -0.4% |
| Sep 22, 2025 | — | $0.3745 | +4.3% |
| Jun 23, 2025 | — | $0.359 | +0.3% |
| Mar 24, 2025 | — | $0.358 | +2.3% |
| Dec 23, 2024 | — | $0.35 | -3.7% |
| Sep 23, 2024 | — | $0.3635 | +1.7% |
| Jun 24, 2024 | — | $0.3575 | -2.6% |
| Mar 18, 2024 | — | $0.367 | -8.5% |
| Dec 18, 2023 | — | $0.401 | +19.0% |
| Sep 18, 2023 | — | $0.337 | -4.5% |
| Jun 20, 2023 | — | $0.353 | -11.2% |
| Mar 20, 2023 | — | $0.3975 | -7.6% |
| Dec 19, 2022 | — | $0.43 | +1.7% |
| Sep 19, 2022 | — | $0.423 | +3.8% |
| Jun 21, 2022 | — | $0.4075 | +16.4% |
| Mar 21, 2022 | — | $0.35 | +0.7% |
| Dec 20, 2021 | — | $0.3475 | +17.4% |
| Sep 20, 2021 | — | $0.296 | +11.7% |
| Jun 21, 2021 | — | $0.265 | +1.9% |
| Mar 22, 2021 | — | $0.26 | +0.0% |
| Dec 21, 2020 | — | $0.26 | -4.4% |
| Sep 21, 2020 | — | $0.272 | +8.6% |
Payout risk check
XLE's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 96/100).
Its share price moved +43.3% 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 State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF
In seeking to track the performance of the index, the fund employs a replication strategy. It generally invests substantially all, but at least 95%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index includes companies that have been identified as Energy companies by the GICS®, including securities of companies from the following industries: oil, gas and consumable fuels; and energy equipment and services. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: State Street Investment Management. Category: Equity Energy. First distribution on our records: Mar 19, 1999. 111 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
XLE distribution FAQ
When is XLE's next ex-distribution date?
XLE's next ex-distribution date is Sep 21, 2026 (in 12 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.385 per share, expected on Oct 5, 2026.
How often does XLE pay distributions?
XLE pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.385 per share with an ex-date of Jun 22, 2026.
What is XLE's distribution yield?
XLE's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.34%, based on $1.5175 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $64.76. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.54 per share, is 2.38%.
How much does XLE pay per share?
XLE pays about $0.385 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $1.54 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $154.00 a year.
Has XLE grown or cut its distribution?
XLE has raised its annual distribution for 1 consecutive year. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 7.5% a year (+6.1% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of XLE do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.38%, you would need about 780 shares of XLE (roughly $50,466 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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