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Centerpoint Energy Inc Stock Dividend Yield & Dates

CNP dividend stability and growth

Last Dividend per share
$0.2000
Forward Dividend yield
2.93%
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Consistent Dividend Growth Dividend

CNP dividend yield vs industry/market

Company
2.68%
Industry
3.92%
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Top 75% Dividend Dividend
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Top 25% Dividend Dividend

CNP dividend payout ratio

Centerpoint Energy Inc paid out 56.9% of its earnings over the trailing twelve months.
Retained earnings
43.1%
Payout ratio
56.9%
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Dividend Payout Ratio Dividend

CNP vs Regulated Electric Utility Stocks

TickerDiv. YieldStable?Drop Count (L10Y)Payout Ratio
CNP2.68%No1+56.90%
CMS3.28%Yes0+64.80%
FTS4.34%Yes0+73.00%
AEE3.43%Yes0+57.40%
PPL3.57%No2+96.00%

CNP dividend dates

Last dividend payment date
Mar 14, 2024
Last ex-dividend date
Feb 14, 2024

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Centerpoint Energy Dividends FAQ

Does Centerpoint Energy pay a dividend?

Yes, CNP has paid a dividend within the past 3 months.


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What is Centerpoint Energy's Dividend Payment Date?

Centerpoint Energy's last dividend payment date was on 2024-03-14, when Centerpoint Energy shareholders who owned CNP shares before 2024-02-14 received a dividend payment of $0.2000 per share. Centerpoint Energy's next dividend payment date has not been announced yet. Add CNP to your watchlist to be reminded of CNP's next dividend payment.

Is Centerpoint Energy's dividend stable?

No, CNP's dividend has not been stable over the last 10 years

Does Centerpoint Energy have sufficient earnings to cover their dividend?

Yes, CNP's past year earnings per share was $1.37, and their annual dividend per share is $0.78. CNP's dividend payout ratio is 56.9%, which is sustainable.

How much is Centerpoint Energy's dividend?

CNP pays a dividend of $0.78 per share. CNP's annual dividend yield is 2.68%. Centerpoint Energy's dividend is lower than the US industry average of 3.92%, and it is lower than the US market average of 4.14%.

What is Centerpoint Energy's Ex-Dividend Date?

Centerpoint Energy's previous ex-dividend date was on 2024-02-14. Centerpoint Energy shareholders who own CNP stock before this date received Centerpoint Energy's last dividend payment of $0.2000 per share on 2024-03-14. Centerpoint Energy's next ex-dividend date has not been announced yet. Add CNP to your watchlist to be reminded before CNP's ex-dividend date.

Is Centerpoint Energy's dividend showing long-term growth?

No, CNP's' dividend has decreased over the past 10 years.
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