SM Energy Company
S&P 500SM/Energy · Oil & Gas E&P/NYSE
Dividend Yield
3.05%
$0.84 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
SM's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 43.0% earnings payout ratio & 27.2% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.4x current ratio & 2.3% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 118.67% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 43.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 27.2%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 4.2%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Current Ratio: 0.4xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Return on Equity: 2.3%Return on equity is below industry norms.
- Operating Margin: -4.7%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
Payout & Coverage
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Very SafeAbout SM Energy Company
SM Energy Company is an independent energy company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil, gas, and natural gas liquids. It operates a portfolio of high-quality assets primarily in key U.S. basins, including the Midland Basin in West Texas, the Maverick Basin in South Texas, and the Uinta Basin in northeastern Utah. The company focuses on efficient resource extraction and production from working interests in oil and gas wells, contributing to the energy minerals sector, specifically oil and gas production. SM Energy Company emphasizes operational excellence, flexibility, and commitment to top-tier assets to deliver resources that support daily energy needs. Founded in 1908 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, it plays a vital role in the upstream segment of the fossil fuels industry, classified under crude petroleum extraction.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
3.05%
Annual Dividend
$0.84
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
43.04%
FCF Payout Ratio
27.21%
52-Week Range
$17.45 - $35.88
Dividend History (2016–2025)
SM annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
SM earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 8, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 22, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
84.20%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
118.67%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
25.89%
3-Year Total Growth
525.00%
5-Year Total Growth
4900.00%
10-Year Total Growth
900.00%
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