Dividend Grades
vs Utilities sector| Metric | CWT | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.81% | 3.23% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.85% | 4.64% |
| Payout Ratio | 57.4% | 61.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 23 |
| 1Y Total Return | -1.9% | 14.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Utilities sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
10.71%
3-Year Growth
7.43%
5-Year Growth
7.85%
10-Year Growth
6.35%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 9, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 20, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | $0.3350 | +11.67% |
| Nov 10, 2025 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 11, 2025 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| May 12, 2025 | $0.3000 | -11.76% |
| Feb 10, 2025 | $0.3400 | +21.43% |
| Nov 12, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Aug 12, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| May 3, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 9, 2024 | $0.2800 | +7.69% |
| Nov 3, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Aug 4, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| May 5, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Feb 3, 2023 | $0.2600 | +4.00% |
| Nov 4, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 5, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| May 6, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 4, 2022 | $0.2500 | +8.70% |
| Nov 5, 2021 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| Aug 6, 2021 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
| May 7, 2021 | $0.2300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
57.4%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.22 | -$71.68M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.71 | -$70.47M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.03 | $32.11M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.19 | -$104.38M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does California Water Service Group pay a dividend?
Yes, California Water Service Group (CWT) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.81%.
What is CWT's dividend yield?
CWT's current dividend yield is 2.81%. The annual dividend is $1.24.
When is CWT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CWT has not been announced yet.
How many years has California Water Service Group increased its dividend?
California Water Service Group 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.