Noble Corporation plc
S&P 1500NE/Energy · Oil & Gas Drilling/NYSE
Dividend Yield
4.90%
$2.00 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
NE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 33.7% cfo payout ratio & 1.9x current ratio. Areas of concern: 212.8% earnings payout ratio & 113.7% fcf payout ratio.
Based on 13 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Debt-to-Equity: 42.6Conservative debt level relative to equity.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 33.7%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 212.8%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 113.7%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- Return on Equity: 3.3%Return on equity is below industry norms.
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CautionAbout Noble Corporation plc
Noble Corporation plc is an offshore drilling contractor serving the international oil and gas industry. The company operates a high-specification fleet of mobile offshore drilling units, including floating and jackup rigs deployed across oil and gas basins worldwide. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Noble Corporation provides contract drilling services as a critical partner in global energy exploration and production operations. The company maintains a relationship-centered approach with customers, communities, and employees, offering specialized drilling expertise and equipment to support the energy sector's operational needs. Noble Corporation serves as an essential service provider within the oil and gas supply chain, enabling exploration and production activities through its modern drilling fleet and technical capabilities.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
4.90%
Annual Dividend
$2.00
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
212.77%
FCF Payout Ratio
113.65%
52-Week Range
$26.20 - $54.98
Dividend History (2016–2025)
NE annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
NE earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
September 3, 2026
Next Payment Date
September 24, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
5-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
10-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
3-Year Total Growth
N/A
5-Year Total Growth
N/A
10-Year Total Growth
N/A
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