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Midstream ETF Leaders AMLP & ENFR Announce Q2 Distributions

BY | ETF Database
8:42 am ET 05/13/26 | 2 VIEWS
Midstream continues to solidify its reputation as a premier source of yield for income-focused portfolios. This week, two category-leading funds — the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP A-) and the Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR ) — declared their distributions for the second quarter of 2026. These payouts underscore the sector’s robust cash flow profile and its disciplined approach to returning capital to shareholders.Key Takeaways The Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) increased its quarterly distribution by 2.0% sequentially to $1.03, reflecting a 5.1% rise year-over-year. Over 89% of AMLP’s index constituents and 91% of ENFR’s index constituents have grown their payouts compared to the same period last year. As of May 12, the underlying indexes for AMLP and ENFR are yielding 6.9% and 4.7%, respectively. Midstream ETF Leaders AMLP & ENFR Show Continued Strength With Q2 DistributionsOn Wednesday, AMLP, the industry’s largest MLP ETF, declared its second quarter distribution of $1.03 per share. This represents a 2.0% increase from the distribution paid during the first quarter of 2026 and a 5.1% increase from the year prior.  This increase highlights the consistent distribution growth within the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index (AMZI), which currently yields 6.9% as of May 12. Six names in AMZI increased their payouts sequentially, led by Sunoco’s (SUN) announcement of a 6.25% sequential increase. Furthermore, over 89% of  AMZI by weighting have increased their payouts compared to a year prior.  For advisors seeking broader midstream exposure including C-corps, ENFR declared a distribution of $0.38618. While this reflects a minor 1.5% decrease from the previous quarter, it represents a 2.5% increase from the prior year. ENFR remains the lowest-fee ETF in the midstream segment, providing access to the Alerian Midstream Energy Select Index (AMEI), which yields 4.7% as of May 12. The fundamental health of the midstream space is evident in the constituent-level data. Within the AMEI index, 24 of the 26 names have announced payouts, with eight increasing their dividends. Another 14 names maintained existing payouts, and two are not currently paying a dividend. Over 91% of names in AMEI have increased their payouts compared to a year prior.  These distributions are payable on May 18 to shareholders of record as of May 13. Looking for midstream insights in your inbox? Subscribe here to keep a pulse on midstream investing through our weekly updates. For more news, information, and analysis, visit the Energy Infrastructure Content Hub. vettafi.com is owned by VettaFi LLC (“VettaFi”). VettaFi is the index provider for AMLP, and ENFR for which it receives an index licensing fee. However, AMLP, and ENFR is not issued, sponsored, endorsed, or sold by VettaFi, and VettaFi has no obligation or liability in connection with the issuance, administration, marketing, or trading of AMLP, and ENFR.

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