Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
XOM's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 68.0% earnings payout ratio & 34.0% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 6.3% operating margin & 16.7% gross margin. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, XOM has a proven commitment to shareholders.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Interest Coverage: 69.4xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
- Net Debt / Total Assets: 7.3%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
- Debt-to-Equity: 18.3Conservative debt level relative to equity.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 6.3%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
- Gross Margin: 16.7%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Exxon Mobil Corporation
Exxon Mobil Corporation is a leading integrated energy company engaged in the exploration, production, development, and distribution of oil, gas, and petroleum products worldwide. It operates through four primary segments: Upstream, which focuses on exploring for and producing crude oil and natural gas; Energy Products, which manufactures and trades fuels, aromatics, catalysts, and provides licensing services; Chemical Products, which produces petrochemicals including olefins, polyolefins, and intermediates; and Specialty Products, which offers finished lubricants, basestocks, waxes, synthetics, elastomers, and resins. The company also pursues lower-emission opportunities such as carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and sustainable aviation fuel. Exxon Mobil Corporation sells its products under the Exxon, Esso, and Mobil brands, serving global markets in fuels, petrochemicals, and performance materials. Founded in 1870 and headquartered in Spring, Texas, it plays a pivotal role in the energy sector by integrating upstream production with downstream refining and chemical manufacturing.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.80%
Annual Dividend
$4.04
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
68.01%
FCF Payout Ratio
72.98%
Stock Price
$144.57
52-Week Range
$101.19 – $176.41
Dividend History (2016–2025)
XOM annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
XOM earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
May 15, 2026
Next Payment Date
June 10, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
4.06%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.82%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
3.34%
3-Year Total Growth
12.68%
5-Year Total Growth
14.94%
10-Year Total Growth
38.89%
Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)
This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.
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