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FirstEnergy Corp.

S&P 500
FE|Utilities|Utilities - Regulated Electric|$49.16|P/E 29.4|MCap 29.9B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About FirstEnergy Corp.

FirstEnergy Corp. is an investor-owned holding company operating in the utilities sector, primarily focused on the transmission, distribution, and generation of electricity. It serves customers across five mid-Atlantic and Midwestern states through its subsidiaries, which manage regulated electric utilities. A key feature is its ownership and operation of one of the nation's largest electric transmission systems, alongside extensive distribution infrastructure that supports reliable power delivery. The company is structured into segments including Distribution, Integrated, and Stand-Alone Transmission, emphasizing grid modernization, reliability enhancements, and resiliency improvements. FirstEnergy Corp. plays a vital role in the regulated electric utility industry by maintaining and upgrading high-voltage transmission and distribution networks to meet regional energy demands. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, it remains a significant participant in the U.S. energy market, delivering essential services to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.44%

Annual Dividend

$1.78

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

100.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

-101.09%

Stock Price

$49.16

52-Week Range

$37.58 $52.02

Dividend Health Score

59/ 100Caution

FE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 29.9% cfo payout ratio & 192.8 debt-to-equity. Areas of concern: 100.0% earnings payout ratio & -101.1% fcf payout ratio. 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
100.0%Warning
FCF Payout Ratio
-101.1%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
29.9%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
2.5xWarning

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
47.4%Caution
Current Ratio
0.6xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
192.8Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
9.2%Caution
Operating Margin
26.6%Very Safe
Gross Margin
63.8%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.4%Caution
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

FE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

FE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 7, 2026

Next Payment Date

June 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.10%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.44%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

2.03%

3-Year Total Growth

12.82%

5-Year Total Growth

12.82%

10-Year Total Growth

22.22%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$4,916.00

Annual Income

$178.00

Quarterly Income

$44.50

Monthly Income

$14.83

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is FE's current dividend yield?
FirstEnergy Corp. (FE) currently has a dividend yield of 3.44%, based on a stock price of $49.16 and an annual dividend of $1.78.
When is FE's next dividend payment date?
FE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-07 and the next payment date is 2026-06-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does FE pay in dividends per year?
FirstEnergy Corp. paid $1.76 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has FE been increasing its dividend?
FirstEnergy Corp. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.44% and a 10-year CAGR of 2.03%.
Is FE's dividend safe?
FirstEnergy Corp. has a payout ratio of 100.00%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is FE's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates FirstEnergy Corp.'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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