Xcel Energy Inc.
S&P 500Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53
About Xcel Energy Inc.
Xcel Energy is a regulated electric and natural gas utility company serving over 3.9 million electric customers and 2.2 million natural gas customers across eight states. The company operates three primary utility subsidiaries: Northern States Power serving Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Michigan; Public Service Company of Colorado; and Southwestern Public Service Company operating in Texas and New Mexico. As one of the largest renewable energy suppliers in the United States, Xcel Energy generates more than half of its electricity sales from carbon-free energy sources. The company's business model centers on delivering reliable energy infrastructure and services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers throughout its service territories. Founded in 1909 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Xcel Energy operates as a fundamental provider of essential utility services in the regulated energy sector.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.82%
Annual Dividend
$2.30
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
66.67%
FCF Payout Ratio
-18.78%
Stock Price
$77.96
52-Week Range
$65.21 – $84.23
Dividend Health Score
XEL's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 66.7% earnings payout ratio & 32.0% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -18.8% fcf payout ratio & 2.3x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 10.45% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
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XEL annual dividend per share and yield history
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XEL earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
March 13, 2026
Next Payment Date
April 20, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
13.19%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.45%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
8.25%
3-Year Total Growth
45.00%
5-Year Total Growth
64.39%
10-Year Total Growth
120.90%
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