Clearway Energy Inc.
S&P 500CWEN/Utilities · Utilities - Renewable/NYSE
Dividend Yield
4.93%
$1.83 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
CWEN's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 178.9 debt-to-equity & 62.2% gross margin. Areas of concern: 1797.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.5x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 10.98% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Gross Margin: 62.2%High gross margin signals strong pricing power.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 1797.0%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- Interest Coverage: 0.5xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
- Return on Equity: -3.5%Return on equity is below industry norms.
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Very SafeAbout Clearway Energy Inc.
Clearway Energy Inc. is a leading owner and operator of clean energy generation assets across the United States. The company focuses on sustainable power infrastructure, managing a diversified portfolio that includes wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems, alongside dispatchable combustion-based power generation assets that ensure grid reliability during peak demand. Clearway Energy Inc. structures its operations into key segments: Flexible Generation, which handles reliable, on-demand power supply; Renewables & Storage, encompassing variable renewable sources and energy storage solutions; and Corporate, overseeing financing and overall management. With assets spanning more than two dozen states, it plays a vital role in the transition to cleaner energy by providing stable, primarily contracted electricity generation. Sponsored by Clearway Energy Group, the company emphasizes long-term contracted assets to support consistent cash flows. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Clearway Energy Inc. stands as a prominent player in the U.S. renewable energy and utilities sector, contributing to modern, low-carbon power infrastructure.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
4.93%
Annual Dividend
$1.83
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
1797.00%
FCF Payout Ratio
65.47%
52-Week Range
$27.67 - $41.74
Dividend History (2016–2025)
CWEN annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
CWEN earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 1, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 15, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
7.38%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.98%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
5.71%
3-Year Total Growth
23.82%
5-Year Total Growth
68.32%
10-Year Total Growth
74.21%
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