Dividend Grades
vs Energy sector| Metric | NFG | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.30% | 3.26% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 3.67% | 9.16% |
| Payout Ratio | 29.6% | 60.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 10 |
| 1Y Total Return | +19.6% | 30.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Energy sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
3.92%
3-Year Growth
4.09%
5-Year Growth
3.67%
10-Year Growth
3.05%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.5350 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.5350 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.5350 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.5350 | +3.88% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.5150 | 0.00% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.5150 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.5150 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.5150 | +4.04% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.4950 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.4950 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.4950 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.4950 | +4.21% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.4750 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.4750 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.4750 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.4750 | +4.40% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.4550 | +2.25% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
29.6%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
95.2%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.99 | -$2.71M |
| Q1 2025 | $0.50 | -$20.34M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.39 | $59.95M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.66 | $195.35M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does National Fuel Gas Company pay a dividend?
Yes, National Fuel Gas Company (NFG) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.30%.
What is NFG's dividend yield?
NFG's current dividend yield is 2.30%. The annual dividend is $2.12.
When is NFG's next ex-dividend date?
NFG's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has National Fuel Gas Company increased its dividend?
National Fuel Gas Company has increased its dividend for 22 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.