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AES

AES Corporation

S&P 500
AES|Utilities|Utilities - Diversified|$14.13|P/E 10.8|MCap 10.1B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About AES Corporation

The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 global energy company that owns and operates power plants to generate and sell electricity to end users, utilities, and industrial facilities. It provides utility and power generation services across 15 countries, focusing on delivering reliable energy solutions through a diverse portfolio of assets. The company supports greener, smarter energy transitions with operations in renewables such as solar and wind power, alongside traditional generation. Notable segments include AES Indiana and AES Ohio, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers with electricity distribution and related services. AES Corporation also advances energy storage technologies through its joint venture Fluence, which develops battery-based solutions for grid stability and integration of renewable sources. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, and founded in 1981, The AES Corporation plays a key role in the global transition to sustainable power systems while meeting current energy demands.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.96%

Annual Dividend

$0.70

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

53.73%

FCF Payout Ratio

-30.87%

Stock Price

$14.13

52-Week Range

$9.46 $17.65

Dividend Health Score

45/ 100Caution

AES's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 53.7% earnings payout ratio & 13.6% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -30.9% fcf payout ratio & 1.1x interest coverage. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
53.7%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-30.9%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
13.6%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
1.1xDanger

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
55.1%Warning
Current Ratio
0.8xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
259.4Caution

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
1.9%Danger
Operating Margin
16.6%Safe
Gross Margin
18.8%Warning
Profit Margin Stability
UnstableDanger

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
4.2%Caution
Earnings Stability
UnstableDanger

Dividend History (2016–2025)

AES annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

AES earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 1, 2026

Next Payment Date

May 15, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

3.66%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.19%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

5.81%

3-Year Total Growth

11.38%

5-Year Total Growth

22.80%

10-Year Total Growth

75.97%

Income Calculator

AES Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$1,413.00

Annual Income

$70.40

Quarterly Income

$17.60

Monthly Income

$5.87

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is AES's current dividend yield?
AES Corporation (AES) currently has a dividend yield of 4.96%, based on a stock price of $14.13 and an annual dividend of $0.70.
When is AES's next dividend payment date?
AES's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-01 and the next payment date is 2026-05-15. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does AES pay in dividends per year?
AES Corporation paid $0.70 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has AES been increasing its dividend?
AES Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.19% and a 10-year CAGR of 5.81%.
Is AES's dividend safe?
AES Corporation has a payout ratio of 53.73%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is AES's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates AES Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for utilities companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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