NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc.
S&P 500NWE/Utilities · Utilities - Regulated Electric/NASDAQ
Dividend Yield
3.80%
$2.66 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
NWE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 42.7% cfo payout ratio & 118.4 debt-to-equity. Areas of concern: 97.4% earnings payout ratio & 109.6% fcf payout ratio. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Gross Margin: 55.8%High gross margin signals strong pricing power.
- Profit Margin Stability: Very StableProfit margins have stayed stable through cycles.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 109.6%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 97.4%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- Interest Coverage: 2.2xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
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SafeAbout NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc.
NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. is a utility company that provides electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Yellowstone National Park. It owns and operates a diverse generation fleet including wind, hydro, natural gas, coal, and solar resources, along with high-voltage electric transmission and distribution systems, as well as natural gas production, transmission, storage, and distribution infrastructure. The company conducts its Montana and Yellowstone National Park operations through its subsidiary NW Corp, and South Dakota and Nebraska operations through NWE Public Service. NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. emphasizes a balanced energy mix to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable power, with a strong foundation in carbon-free hydro facilities. It serves hundreds of communities across its territories, focusing on investments in infrastructure reliability, system enhancements, and sustainability initiatives that meet current needs while supporting long-term energy demands. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the company plays a vital role in powering the Upper Midwest and Northwest regions through regulated utility services.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
3.80%
Annual Dividend
$2.66
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
97.43%
FCF Payout Ratio
109.59%
52-Week Range
$50.54 - $75.18
Dividend History (2016–2025)
NWE annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
NWE earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 15, 2026
Next Payment Date
June 30, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
1.56%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
1.92%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
3.24%
3-Year Total Growth
4.76%
5-Year Total Growth
10.00%
10-Year Total Growth
37.50%
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