Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF
UTESDividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 2026 | $0.25 | 2026-06-22 | 2026-06-22 |
| March 27, 2026 | $0.32 | 2026-03-20 | 2026-03-20 |
| December 29, 2025 | $0.40 | 2025-12-22 | 2025-12-22 |
| September 29, 2025 | $0.22 | 2025-09-22 | 2025-09-22 |
| June 27, 2025 | $0.24 | 2025-06-20 | 2025-06-20 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF has rewarded shareholders with 45 dividend payments over the past 11 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held UTES shares during this period received a total of $10.10 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.25/share was paid 19 days ago, on June 29, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: UTES currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 1.49%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2015, the dividend payout has grown by 56.2%, from $0.16 to $0.25.
Company News
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