SM — SM Energy Company
Dividend Grades
vs Energy sector| Metric | SM | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.40% | 3.26% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 118.67% | 9.16% |
| Payout Ratio | 18.1% | 60.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 10 |
| 1Y Total Return | +1.3% | 30.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Energy sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
35.14%
3-Year Growth
84.20%
5-Year Growth
118.67%
10-Year Growth
25.89%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 9, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 23, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2026 | $0.2200 | +10.00% |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 17, 2025 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 18, 2025 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Apr 17, 2025 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 24, 2025 | $0.2000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 25, 2024 | $0.2000 | +11.11% |
| Jul 19, 2024 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Apr 18, 2024 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Jan 18, 2024 | $0.1800 | +20.00% |
| Oct 23, 2023 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 20, 2023 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 20, 2023 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2023 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 24, 2022 | $0.1500 | +1400.00% |
| Apr 21, 2022 | $0.0100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 22, 2021 | $0.0100 | 0.00% |
| Apr 22, 2021 | $0.0100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 22, 2020 | $0.0100 | 0.00% |
| Apr 23, 2020 | $0.0100 | -80.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
18.1%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.59 | $69.12M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.76 | $160.94M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.35 | $100.68M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.95 | -$572.22M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SM Energy Company pay a dividend?
Yes, SM Energy Company (SM) pays a semi-annual dividend with a yield of 3.40%.
What is SM's dividend yield?
SM's current dividend yield is 3.40%. The annual dividend is $1.02.
When is SM's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for SM has not been announced yet.
How many years has SM Energy Company increased its dividend?
SM Energy Company has increased its dividend for 4 consecutive years.
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.