NNI — Nelnet, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | NNI | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.97% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.73% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 10.5% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 20 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +14.4% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
6.25%
3-Year Growth
6.69%
5-Year Growth
7.73%
10-Year Growth
10.98%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 27, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.3300 | +10.00% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $0.3000 | +7.14% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Nov 30, 2023 | $0.2800 | +7.69% |
| Aug 31, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Nov 30, 2022 | $0.2600 | +8.33% |
| Aug 31, 2022 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2022 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2022 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 30, 2021 | $0.2400 | +9.09% |
| Aug 31, 2021 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2021 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
10.5%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
11.4%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $2.26 | $87.79M |
| Q2 2025 | $4.97 | $78.06M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.94 | $100.77M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.61 | $130.12M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Nelnet, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Nelnet, Inc. (NNI) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.97%.
What is NNI's dividend yield?
NNI's current dividend yield is 0.97%. The annual dividend is $1.24.
When is NNI's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NNI has not been announced yet.
How many years has Nelnet, Inc. increased its dividend?
Nelnet, Inc. has increased its dividend for 11 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 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.