Global X Defense Tech ETF
SHLDDividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2026 | $0.19 | 2026-06-29 | 2026-06-29 |
| January 7, 2026 | $0.24 | 2025-12-30 | 2025-12-30 |
| July 7, 2025 | $0.12 | 2025-06-27 | 2025-06-27 |
| January 7, 2025 | $0.14 | 2024-12-30 | 2024-12-30 |
| July 5, 2024 | $0.06 | 2024-06-27 | 2024-06-27 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Global X Defense Tech ETF has rewarded shareholders with 16 dividend payments over the past 6 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held SHLD shares during this period received a total of $2.87 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.19/share was paid 11 days ago, on July 7, 2026.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2020, the dividend payout has grown by 294.2%, from $0.05 to $0.19.
Company News
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