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Matador Resources Company

S&P 500

MTDR/Energy · Oil & Gas E&P/NYSE

Dividend Yield

2.84%

$1.44 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$50.16P/E12.8MCap6.3BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

61/ 100Safe

MTDR's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 35.4% earnings payout ratio & 7.0% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 287.4% fcf payout ratio & 0.7x current ratio.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 35.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 7.0%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 287.4%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • Current Ratio: 0.7xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Operating Margin: 5.0%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
35.4%Very Safe
287.4%Danger
7.0%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution

Profitability

Caution
10.1%Caution
5.0%Warning
47.1%Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
5+ yrsCaution
NoneVery Safe
Mostly StableCaution

About Matador Resources Company

Matador Resources Company is an independent energy company engaged in the exploration, development, production, and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources. It focuses primarily on unconventional shale plays and other resource-rich formations, with the majority of its assets located in the United States. The company operates through two key reportable segments: Exploration and Production, which drives its core upstream activities, and Midstream, which supports and enhances those operations by developing complementary infrastructure and services. This integrated approach allows Matador Resources Company to optimize resource extraction and transportation efficiencies. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and founded in 2003, the company plays a vital role in the oil and gas sector by contributing to domestic energy supply through its strategic asset management and operational focus.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.84%

Annual Dividend

$1.44

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

35.44%

FCF Payout Ratio

287.36%

52-Week Range

$37.14 - $66.84

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MTDR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MTDR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 8, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 5, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

63.59%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

337.83%

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

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Total Investment

$5,016.00

Annual Income

$143.80

Quarterly Income

$35.95

Monthly Income

$11.98

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MTDR's current dividend yield?
Matador Resources Company (MTDR) currently has a dividend yield of 2.84%, based on a stock price of $50.16 and an annual dividend of $1.44.
When is MTDR's next dividend payment date?
MTDR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-08 and the next payment date is 2026-06-05. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does MTDR pay in dividends per year?
Matador Resources Company paid $1.31 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has MTDR been increasing its dividend?
Matador Resources Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of —.
Is MTDR's dividend safe?
Matador Resources Company has a payout ratio of 35.44%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 287.36%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is MTDR's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Matador Resources Company's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). 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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