APA Dividend History & Analysis | 5% Yield

APA has a dividend yield of 5% and paid 1 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 4.98%
Payout Ratio 35.0%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 64.07%
Consistency Lifetime 93.5%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.45%
Payout FCF 19.1%
Streak Years 42
Dividend Rating 81.96%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 25.5%
Total Return 5y: 70.8%

Top Dividend Payers in Oil & Gas Exploration & Production

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
DMLP 1,149 M 13.3% 35.7%
KRP 1,449 M 11.8% 30.1%
MNR 1,957 M 14.2% 14.4%
BSM 3,133 M 10.0% 22.8%
EPM 138 M 10.4% 20.3%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
SM 4,534 M 166% 92.5%
MTDR 5,632 M 80.1% 100%
WTI 323 M 100% 46.6%
NOG 2,440 M 70.1% 100%
DEC 1,126 M 64.1% 90.0%

Quality Dividend Peers in Oil & Gas Exploration & Production

COP
ConocoPhillips
 3.45% Yield
MGY
Magnolia Oil & Gas
 2.61% Yield
WDS
Woodside Energy
 6.75% Yield
MAU
Etablissements Maurel
 6.61% Yield

APA Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2026-01-22 2026-01-22 2026-02-23 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.96%
2025-10-22 2025-10-22 2025-11-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% 1.12%
2025-07-22 2025-07-22 2025-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 1.36%
2025-04-22 2025-04-22 2025-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 1.6%
2025-01-22 2025-01-22 2025-02-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% 1.08%
2024-10-22 2024-10-22 2024-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 1%
2024-07-22 2024-07-22 2024-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.79%
2024-04-19 2024-04-22 2024-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.78%
2024-01-19 2024-01-22 2024-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.82%
2023-10-20 2023-10-23 2023-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.58%
2023-07-20 2023-07-21 2023-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.65%
2023-04-20 2023-04-21 2023-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.66%
2023-01-20 2023-01-23 2023-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.56%
2022-10-20 2022-10-21 2022-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 100% 0.59%
2022-07-21 2022-07-22 2022-08-22 Quarterly 0.125 0% 0.37%
2022-04-21 2022-04-22 2022-05-23 Quarterly 0.125 0% 0.28%
2022-01-20 2022-01-21 2022-02-22 Quarterly 0.125 100% 0.39%
2021-10-21 2021-10-22 2021-11-22 Quarterly 0.0625 150% 0.23%
2021-07-21 2021-07-22 2021-08-23 Quarterly 0.025 0% 0.14%
2021-04-21 2021-04-22 2021-05-21 Quarterly 0.025 0% 0.15%
2021-01-21 2021-01-22 2021-02-22 Quarterly 0.025 0% N/A
2020-10-21 2020-10-22 2020-11-23 Quarterly 0.025 0% N/A
2020-07-21 2020-07-22 2020-08-21 Quarterly 0.025 0% N/A
2020-04-21 2020-04-22 2020-05-22 Quarterly 0.025 -90% N/A
2020-01-21 2020-01-22 2020-02-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2019-10-21 2019-10-22 2019-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2019-07-19 2019-07-22 2019-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2019-04-18 2019-04-22 2019-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2019-01-18 2019-01-22 2019-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2018-10-19 2018-10-22 2018-11-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2018-07-20 2018-07-23 2018-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2018-04-20 2018-04-23 2018-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2018-01-19 2018-01-22 2018-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2017-10-20 2017-10-23 2017-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2017-07-19 2017-07-21 2017-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2017-04-19 2017-04-21 2017-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2017-01-18 2017-01-22 2017-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2016-10-19 2016-10-21 2016-11-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2016-07-20 2016-07-22 2016-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2016-04-20 2016-04-22 2016-05-23 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2016-01-20 2016-01-22 2016-02-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2015-10-20 2015-10-22 2015-11-23 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2015-07-20 2015-07-22 2015-08-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2015-04-20 2015-04-22 2015-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2015-01-20 2015-01-22 2015-02-23 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-10-20 2014-10-22 2014-11-21 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-07-18 2014-07-22 2014-08-22 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-04-17 2014-04-22 2014-05-22 Quarterly 0.25 25% N/A
2014-01-17 2014-01-22 2014-02-21 Quarterly 0.2 0% N/A
2013-10-18 2013-10-22 2013-11-22 Quarterly 0.2 0% N/A

APA Dividend FAQ

APA Corporation (NASDAQ: APA) is an independent upstream energy firm that explores, develops, and produces natural gas, crude oil, and natural-gas liquids across a geographically diversified portfolio that includes assets in the United States, Egypt, and the North Sea, with additional exploration and appraisal projects in Suriname and stakes in ventures in Uruguay and other international locations. The company, incorporated in 1954 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, trades under the “Oil & Gas Exploration & Production” GICS sub-industry.

What is the Dividend Yield of APA?

As of February 2026, APA`s dividend yield is 4.98%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.00 USD by the current share price of 26.48.

Does APA pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, APA paid a dividend of 1.00 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-01-22 and the payout was 0.25 USD.

How often does APA pay dividends?

APA pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, APA has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-01-22.

APA dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for APA for the next 4 payments are between 0.225 (-10.0%) and 0.235 (-6.0%).
This indicates a moderate dividend reduction compared to the last payment.

Will APA pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.25 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-01-22. The next Ex-Dividend date for APA (APA) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for APA?

The next Ex-Dividend date for APA (APA) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of APA?

APA's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 64.1% per year.
Strong growth: APA's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of APA?

APA's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 6.45%. If you bought APA's shares at 15.50 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.00 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 6.45% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of APA?

APA Payout Consistency is 93.5%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: APA has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does APA have a good Dividend Yield?

APA`s 4.98% Dividend Yield is considered as good. Make sure the dividend is sustainable: Check the Payouts-Ratio over time.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of APA?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of APA is 35.0%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of APA?

APA`s Overall Dividend Rating is 81.96%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

APA Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in APA's Outstanding Shares?

APA's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 8.44% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 33.3%).

Significant dilution: Heavy share issuance is diluting existing shareholders. Even if total dividends paid increase, your dividend per share may stagnate or decline.

Has APA ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 15, 2004 with a ratio of 2:1.

This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 52,584,500
1986 51,692,100 -1.7%
1987 53,265,900 +3.04%
1988 83,844,900 +57.41%
1989 112,457,300 +34.13%
1990 113,942,400 +1.32%
1991 113,000,700 -0.83%
1992 122,887,900 +8.75%
1993 159,332,800 +29.66%
1994 152,551,400 -4.26%
1995 199,588,100 +30.83%
1996 240,177,300 +20.34%
1997 245,780,100 +2.33%
1998 228,818,400 -6.9%
1999 267,190,000 +16.77%
2000 297,928,800 +11.5%
2001 289,280,700 -2.9%
2002 321,437,100 +11.12%
2003 327,984,900 +2.04%
2004 334,768,300 +2.07%
2005 334,772,100 +0%
2006 334,373,500 -0.12%
2007 336,664,400 +0.69%
2008 335,104,000 -0.46%
2009 339,135,000 +1.2%
2010 397,000,000 +17.06%
2011 400,000,000 +0.76%
2012 407,000,000 +1.75%
2013 401,000,000 -1.47%
2014 377,000,000 -5.99%
2015 378,000,000 +0.27%
2016 380,000,000 +0.53%
2017 383,000,000 +0.79%
2018 379,000,000 -1.04%
2019 377,000,000 -0.53%
2020 378,000,000 +0.27%
2021 362,000,000 -4.23%
2022 322,000,000 -11.05%
2023 307,000,000 -4.66%
2024 369,000,000 +20.2%
2025 361,000,000 -2.17%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-02 02:17