AES — The AES Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Utilities sector| Metric | AES | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.99% | 3.23% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 4.19% | 4.64% |
| Payout Ratio | 55.9% | 61.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 15 | 23 |
| 1Y Total Return | +13.0% | 14.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Utilities sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
2.00%
3-Year Growth
3.65%
5-Year Growth
4.19%
10-Year Growth
5.81%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
May 1, 2026
Next Payment
May 15, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 30, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | $0.1760 | 0.00% |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.1760 | 0.00% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.1760 | 0.00% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $0.1760 | 0.00% |
| May 1, 2025 | $0.1760 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | $0.1760 | +2.00% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $0.1725 | 0.00% |
| Aug 1, 2024 | $0.1725 | 0.00% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $0.1725 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2024 | $0.1725 | +3.98% |
| Oct 31, 2023 | $0.1659 | 0.00% |
| Jul 31, 2023 | $0.1659 | 0.00% |
| Apr 28, 2023 | $0.1659 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2023 | $0.1659 | +5.00% |
| Oct 31, 2022 | $0.1580 | 0.00% |
| Jul 29, 2022 | $0.1580 | 0.00% |
| Apr 28, 2022 | $0.1580 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2022 | $0.1580 | +4.98% |
| Nov 1, 2021 | $0.1505 | 0.00% |
| Jul 30, 2021 | $0.1505 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
55.9%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.07 | -$709.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $-0.15 | -$356.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.89 | -$511.00M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.45 | -$47.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The AES Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, The AES Corporation (AES) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 4.99%.
What is AES's dividend yield?
AES's current dividend yield is 4.99%. The annual dividend is $0.70.
When is AES's next ex-dividend date?
AES's next ex-dividend date is May 1, 2026.
How many years has The AES Corporation increased its dividend?
The AES Corporation has increased its dividend for 13 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.