NWE — Northwestern Energy Group Inc
Dividend Grades
vs Utilities sector| Metric | NWE | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.14% | 3.23% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 1.92% | 4.64% |
| Payout Ratio | 90.1% | 61.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 4 | 23 |
| 1Y Total Return | +19.5% | 14.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Utilities sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
1.54%
3-Year Growth
N/A
5-Year Growth
1.92%
10-Year Growth
3.24%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 13, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 31, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | $0.6700 | +1.52% |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.6600 | +1.54% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 13, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.6500 | +1.56% |
| Dec 14, 2023 | $0.6400 | +6.67% |
| Dec 14, 2020 | $0.6000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2020 | $0.6000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 12, 2020 | $0.6000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 12, 2020 | $0.6000 | +4.35% |
| Dec 12, 2019 | $0.5750 | 0.00% |
| Sep 12, 2019 | $0.5750 | 0.00% |
| Jun 13, 2019 | $0.5750 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2019 | $0.5750 | +4.55% |
| Dec 13, 2018 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 13, 2018 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
90.1%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.25 | $61.27M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.35 | -$70.64M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.62 | -$26.88M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.73 | -$93.74M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Northwestern Energy Group Inc pay a dividend?
Yes, Northwestern Energy Group Inc (NWE) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 4.14%.
What is NWE's dividend yield?
NWE's current dividend yield is 4.14%. The annual dividend is $2.65.
When is NWE's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NWE has not been announced yet.
How many years has Northwestern Energy Group Inc increased its dividend?
Northwestern Energy Group Inc has increased its dividend for 2 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.