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Entergy Corporation

S&P 500
ETR|Utilities|Utilities - Regulated Electric|$102.52|P/E 27.1|MCap 48.1B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Entergy Corporation

Entergy Corporation is an integrated energy company primarily engaged in electric power production and retail electric distribution to approximately 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. It operates as a holding company for five regulated, vertically integrated utilities that generate, transmit, and distribute electricity in the South Central United States. Entergy Corporation maintains a diversified generation portfolio that includes nuclear, natural gas, coal, and hydroelectric power plants, complemented by investments in renewable energy sources. The company ranks among the largest power producers in the country with substantial rate-regulated owned and leased generation capacity. In addition to its core regulated utility operations, Entergy Corporation participates in wholesale power marketing and trading, utilizing its assets to provide capacity and ancillary services to the regional grid. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, Entergy Corporation plays a vital role in delivering reliable energy infrastructure to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in its service territories.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.34%

Annual Dividend

$2.48

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

62.40%

FCF Payout Ratio

-39.15%

Stock Price

$102.52

52-Week Range

$75.57 $107.93

Dividend Health Score

64/ 100Safe

ETR's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 62.4% earnings payout ratio & 20.5% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -39.1% fcf payout ratio & 2.7x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 5.47% 5-year CAGR. 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
62.4%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-39.1%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
20.5%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
2.7xWarning

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
40.4%Caution
Current Ratio
0.7xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
181.8Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
10.8%Caution
Operating Margin
19.0%Safe
Gross Margin
41.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.5%Safe
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ETR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ETR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 9, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 2, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.98%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

5.47%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.86%

3-Year Total Growth

19.02%

5-Year Total Growth

30.48%

10-Year Total Growth

46.11%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$10,252.00

Annual Income

$248.00

Quarterly Income

$62.00

Monthly Income

$20.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ETR's current dividend yield?
Entergy Corporation (ETR) currently has a dividend yield of 2.34%, based on a stock price of $102.52 and an annual dividend of $2.48.
When is ETR's next dividend payment date?
ETR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-09 and the next payment date is 2026-03-02. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ETR pay in dividends per year?
Entergy Corporation paid $2.44 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has ETR been increasing its dividend?
Entergy Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 5.47% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.86%.
Is ETR's dividend safe?
Entergy Corporation has a payout ratio of 62.40%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is ETR's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Entergy 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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