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Patterson-UTI Energy Inc.

S&P 500

PTEN/Energy · Oil & Gas Drilling/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.53%

$0.36 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$9.77P/E52.0MCap3.9BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

52/ 100Caution

PTEN's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 47.4% fcf payout ratio & 12.4% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 213.3% earnings payout ratio & -0.5x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 26.19% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • CFO Payout Ratio: 12.4%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 40.1Conservative debt level relative to equity.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 213.3%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Interest Coverage: -0.5xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
  • Return on Equity: -3.6%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Caution

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Danger
-3.6%Danger
-1.3%Danger
4.5%Danger

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
26.2%Very Safe
UnstableDanger

About Patterson-UTI Energy Inc.

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. is a leading provider of drilling and completion services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies, primarily in the United States, Canada, Colombia, and select international markets. The company operates through three key segments: Drilling Services, which includes contract drilling, directional drilling, measurement-while-drilling systems, oilfield technology, electrical controls, and automation; Completion Services, encompassing hydraulic fracturing, wireline, pumping, completion support, cementing, and pressure pumping; and Drilling Products, focused on manufacturing and distributing drill bits and related tools. It also supplies rental equipment and advanced technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency in onshore basins. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. plays a vital role in the energy services sector by supporting the extraction of oil and natural gas through specialized, high-performance equipment and services tailored to demanding drilling and completion environments.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.53%

Annual Dividend

$0.36

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

213.33%

FCF Payout Ratio

47.43%

52-Week Range

$5.10 - $13.08

Dividend History (2016–2025)

PTEN annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

PTEN earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 1, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 15, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

16.96%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

26.19%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.21%

3-Year Total Growth

60.00%

5-Year Total Growth

220.00%

10-Year Total Growth

-20.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$977.00

Annual Income

$36.00

Quarterly Income

$9.00

Monthly Income

$3.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PTEN's current dividend yield?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. (PTEN) currently has a dividend yield of 3.53%, based on a stock price of $9.77 and an annual dividend of $0.36.
When is PTEN's next dividend payment date?
PTEN's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-01 and the next payment date is 2026-06-15. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does PTEN pay in dividends per year?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. paid $0.32 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has PTEN been increasing its dividend?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 26.19% and a 10-year CAGR of -2.21%.
Is PTEN's dividend safe?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. has a payout ratio of 213.33%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 47.43%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is PTEN's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Patterson-UTI Energy Inc.'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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