NiSource Inc.
S&P 500Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53
About NiSource Inc.
NiSource Inc. is one of the nation's largest fully regulated utility companies, serving nearly 4 million natural gas and electric customers across six states: Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Operating primarily through its Gas Distribution Operations segment under the Columbia Gas brand, it provides natural gas service and transportation to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Electric Operations segment, managed by NIPSCO, handles the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in northern Indiana to approximately 500,000 customers, supported by more than 3,000 megawatts of generation capacity from coal, natural gas, and renewable sources. NiSource Inc. focuses on the modernization and replacement of utility infrastructure, alongside system expansions and regulatory initiatives, to deliver reliable energy solutions. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana, it plays a vital role in the regulated utilities sector, emphasizing stable energy distribution and infrastructure reliability.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.40%
Annual Dividend
$1.14
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
57.44%
FCF Payout Ratio
-66.82%
Stock Price
$45.68
52-Week Range
$35.64 – $47.96
Dividend Health Score
NI's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 57.4% earnings payout ratio & 22.8% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -66.8% fcf payout ratio & 2.8x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 5.92% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
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Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
February 3, 2026
Next Payment Date
February 20, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
6.01%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.92%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
8.09%
3-Year Total Growth
19.15%
5-Year Total Growth
33.33%
10-Year Total Growth
117.77%
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