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About NextEra Energy, Inc.
NextEra Energy, Inc. is a leading energy company operating in the utilities sector, primarily through its two core segments: Florida Power & Light (FPL) and NextEra Energy Resources (NEER). FPL serves as the largest rate-regulated electric utility in Florida, generating, transmitting, distributing, and selling electric power to over 6 million customer accounts across the east and lower west coasts of the state. NEER focuses on producing electricity from clean and renewable sources such as wind, solar, nuclear, and natural gas, while also developing, constructing, and operating generation facilities, battery storage, transmission assets, and natural gas pipelines throughout the United States and Canada. The company generates, stores, transmits, distributes, and sells electric power to retail and wholesale customers in North America, participating in energy markets, trading commodities, and providing full energy and capacity services. With substantial net generating capacity, extensive transmission and distribution lines, and numerous substations, NextEra Energy, Inc. plays a pivotal role in the transition to sustainable energy solutions. Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida, it remains a key player in the electric utilities industry.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.50%
Annual Dividend
$2.32
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
68.67%
FCF Payout Ratio
145.75%
Stock Price
$91.62
52-Week Range
$61.72 – $95.91
Dividend Health Score
NEE's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 68.7% earnings payout ratio & 38.7% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 145.8% fcf payout ratio & 2.0x interest coverage. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, NEE has a proven commitment to shareholders. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
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NEE annual dividend per share and yield history
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NEE earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
February 27, 2026
Next Payment Date
March 16, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
10.08%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.12%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
11.41%
3-Year Total Growth
33.38%
5-Year Total Growth
61.96%
10-Year Total Growth
194.48%
Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)
This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.
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