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Diamondback Energy Inc.

S&P 500
FANG|Energy|Oil & Gas E&P|$197.06|P/E 31.8|MCap 51.9B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Diamondback Energy Inc.

Diamondback Energy Inc. is an independent oil and natural gas company headquartered in Midland, Texas, focused on the acquisition, development, exploration, and exploitation of unconventional, onshore oil and natural gas reserves in the Permian Basin in West Texas. The company operates through two main segments: Upstream, which handles oil and gas production operations in the Permian Basin, and Midstream Services, which manages pipeline and midstream infrastructure in the Midland and Delaware Basins. As a major player in U.S. onshore energy production, Diamondback engages in disciplined capital allocation and production management while maintaining a commitment to shareholder returns through regular dividend payments and share buybacks. The company has demonstrated consistent financial performance in the energy sector while navigating commodity price fluctuations inherent to the oil and gas industry.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.22%

Annual Dividend

$4.05

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

69.81%

FCF Payout Ratio

-164.44%

Stock Price

$197.06

52-Week Range

$114.00 $199.96

Dividend Health Score

59/ 100Caution

FANG's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 69.8% earnings payout ratio & 20.3% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -164.4% fcf payout ratio & 0.4x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 21.67% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
69.8%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-164.4%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
20.3%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
8.1xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
20.8%Safe
Current Ratio
0.4xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
33.8Very Safe

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
3.7%Danger
Operating Margin
-81.2%Danger
Gross Margin
23.7%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
8+ yrsSafe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
21.7%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

FANG annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

FANG earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 5, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 12, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-23.57%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

21.67%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

3-Year Total Growth

-55.36%

5-Year Total Growth

166.67%

10-Year Total Growth

0.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$19,706.00

Annual Income

$405.00

Quarterly Income

$101.25

Monthly Income

$33.75

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is FANG's current dividend yield?
Diamondback Energy Inc. (FANG) currently has a dividend yield of 2.22%, based on a stock price of $197.06 and an annual dividend of $4.05.
When is FANG's next dividend payment date?
FANG's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-05 and the next payment date is 2026-03-12. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does FANG pay in dividends per year?
Diamondback Energy Inc. paid $4.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has FANG been increasing its dividend?
Diamondback Energy Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 21.67% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.00%.
Is FANG's dividend safe?
Diamondback Energy Inc. has a payout ratio of 69.81%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is FANG's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Diamondback Energy Inc.'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 energy companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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