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WEC

WEC Energy Group Inc.

S&P 500
WEC|Utilities|Utilities - Regulated Electric|$113.08|P/E 24.4|MCap 38.4B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About WEC Energy Group Inc.

WEC Energy Group Inc. is a holding company that operates electric and natural gas utility businesses across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota. It generates and distributes electricity from a diverse mix including coal, natural gas, nuclear, oil, and renewables such as wind, solar, hydroelectric, and biomass, while also managing extensive electric transmission and natural gas distribution networks. The company functions through key segments: Wisconsin for electric and gas utilities, Illinois for natural gas operations, Other States covering additional gas utilities, Electric Transmission with a significant ownership in American Transmission Co., Non-Utility Energy Infrastructure for power generation and leasing, and Corporate activities. Subsidiaries like We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service, North Shore Gas, Peoples Gas, Minnesota Energy Resources, and Michigan Gas Utilities deliver reliable energy services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, WEC Energy Group Inc. plays a vital role in the Midwest's energy infrastructure, emphasizing reliability and a balanced energy portfolio.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.08%

Annual Dividend

$3.63

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

74.22%

FCF Payout Ratio

-112.67%

Stock Price

$113.08

52-Week Range

$100.61 $118.53

Dividend Health Score

65/ 100Safe

WEC's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 74.2% earnings payout ratio & 35.3% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -112.7% fcf payout ratio & 2.9x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 7.14% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
74.2%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-112.7%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
35.3%Safe
Interest Coverage
2.9xWarning

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
43.3%Caution
Current Ratio
0.6xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
159.3Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
11.6%Caution
Operating Margin
21.3%Safe
Gross Margin
40.4%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.1%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

WEC annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

WEC earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

7.07%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

7.14%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.44%

3-Year Total Growth

22.73%

5-Year Total Growth

41.17%

10-Year Total Growth

104.92%

Income Calculator

WEC Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$11,308.00

Annual Income

$363.20

Quarterly Income

$90.80

Monthly Income

$30.27

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is WEC's current dividend yield?
WEC Energy Group Inc. (WEC) currently has a dividend yield of 3.08%, based on a stock price of $113.08 and an annual dividend of $3.63.
When is WEC's next dividend payment date?
WEC's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does WEC pay in dividends per year?
WEC Energy Group Inc. paid $3.57 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has WEC been increasing its dividend?
WEC Energy Group Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 7.14% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.44%.
Is WEC's dividend safe?
WEC Energy Group Inc. has a payout ratio of 74.22%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is WEC's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates WEC Energy Group Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for utilities companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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