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NWE Dividend History & Analysis | 5.9% Yield

NWE has a dividend yield of 5.9% and paid 3.28 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 5.92%
Dividends per Share 12m 3.28
Dividend Growth Rate CAGR 5y 1.61%
Overall Dividend Rating 75.64%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.99%
Payout Ratio 77.4%
Payouts in the last 12m 5
Payout Consistency 5y 98.53%

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.
Number of Payouts Yearly This chart shows the number of dividend payouts per year. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over the last 5 years in one graph. The price axis is on the left and the dividend yield axis is on the right.
Total Return 12m: 11.8% (S&P 500: 18.3%)
Total Return 5y: 40.1% (S&P 500: 98.3%)

Top Dividend Payers in Multi-Utilities

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost (purchase 5y ago)
NWE 3,590 M 5.92% 7.99%
VIE 24,242 M 4.92% 8.76%
BIP 14,503 M 5.38% 7.31%
AVA 2,993 M 5.30% 6.66%
NGG 70,955 M 4.57% 7.49%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Growth Rate (5y CAGR) Payout Consistency
VIE 24,242 M 21.0% 94.7%
AEE 27,287 M 6.03% 96.3%
WEC 34,491 M 5.71% 98.1%
CMS 21,854 M 4.79% 85.6%
NI 19,903 M 4.76% 92.8%

Similar Stocks with Attractive Dividends - Compare NWE Dividends with its Peer-Group

VIE
Veolia
 4.92% Yield
BIP
Brookfield
 5.38% Yield
PEG
Public Service
 3.74% Yield
AVA
Avista
 5.30% Yield
BKH
Black Hills
 4.55% Yield
DTE
DTE Energy
 4.04% Yield

NWE Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of September 2025

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-09-15 2025-09-15 2025-09-30 Quarterly 0.66 0% N/A
2025-06-13 2025-06-13 2025-06-30 Quarterly 0.66 0% 1.27%
2025-03-14 2025-03-14 2025-03-31 Quarterly 0.66 1.5% 1.2%
2024-12-13 2024-12-13 2024-12-31 Quarterly 0.65 0% 1.28%
2024-09-13 2024-09-13 2024-09-30 Quarterly 0.65 0% 1.17%
2024-06-14 2024-06-14 2024-06-28 Quarterly 0.65 0% 1.32%
2024-03-14 2024-03-15 2024-03-29 Quarterly 0.65 1.6% 1.33%
2023-12-14 2023-12-15 2023-12-29 Quarterly 0.64 0% 1.2%
2023-09-14 2023-09-15 2023-09-29 Quarterly 0.64 0% 1.26%
2023-06-14 2023-06-15 2023-06-30 Quarterly 0.64 0% 1.1%
2023-03-14 2023-03-15 2023-03-31 Quarterly 0.64 1.6% 1.14%
2022-12-14 2022-12-15 2022-12-30 Quarterly 0.63 0% 1.08%
2022-09-14 2022-09-15 2022-09-30 Quarterly 0.63 0% 1.18%
2022-06-14 2022-06-15 2022-06-30 Quarterly 0.63 0% 1.11%
2022-03-14 2022-03-15 2022-03-31 Quarterly 0.63 1.6% 1.05%
2021-12-14 2021-12-15 2021-12-31 Quarterly 0.62 0% 1.12%
2021-09-14 2021-09-15 2021-09-30 Quarterly 0.62 0% 0.99%
2021-06-14 2021-06-15 2021-06-30 Quarterly 0.62 0% 0.96%
2021-03-12 2021-03-15 2021-03-31 Quarterly 0.62 3.3% 1.01%
2020-12-14 2020-12-15 2020-12-31 Quarterly 0.6 0% 1.07%
2020-09-14 2020-09-15 2020-09-30 Quarterly 0.6 0% 1.2%
2020-06-12 2020-06-15 2020-06-30 Quarterly 0.6 0% N/A
2020-03-12 2020-03-13 2020-03-31 Quarterly 0.6 4.3% N/A
2019-12-12 2019-12-13 2019-12-31 Quarterly 0.575 0% N/A
2019-09-12 2019-09-13 2019-09-30 Quarterly 0.575 0% N/A
2019-06-13 2019-06-14 2019-06-28 Quarterly 0.575 0% N/A
2019-03-14 2019-03-15 2019-03-29 Quarterly 0.575 4.5% N/A
2018-12-13 2018-12-14 2018-12-31 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2018-09-13 2018-09-14 2018-09-28 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2018-06-14 2018-06-15 2018-06-29 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2018-03-14 2018-03-15 2018-03-30 Quarterly 0.55 4.8% N/A
2017-12-14 2017-12-15 2017-12-29 Quarterly 0.525 0% N/A
2017-09-14 2017-09-15 2017-09-29 Quarterly 0.525 0% N/A
2017-06-13 2017-06-15 2017-06-30 Quarterly 0.525 0% N/A
2017-03-13 2017-03-15 2017-03-31 Quarterly 0.525 5% N/A
2016-12-13 2016-12-15 2016-12-30 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2016-09-13 2016-09-15 2016-09-30 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2016-06-13 2016-06-15 2016-06-30 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2016-03-11 2016-03-15 2016-03-31 Quarterly 0.5 4.2% N/A
2015-12-11 2015-12-15 2015-12-31 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2015-09-11 2015-09-15 2015-09-30 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2015-06-11 2015-06-15 2015-06-30 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2015-03-11 2015-03-13 2015-03-31 Quarterly 0.48 20% N/A
2014-12-11 2014-12-15 2014-12-31 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2014-09-11 2014-09-15 2014-09-30 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2014-06-11 2014-06-13 2014-06-30 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2014-03-12 2014-03-14 2014-03-31 Quarterly 0.4 5.3% N/A
2013-12-11 2013-12-13 2013-12-31 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2013-09-11 2013-09-13 2013-09-30 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2013-06-12 2013-06-14 2013-06-30 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A

NWE Dividend FAQ

NorthWestern Corporation (NASDAQ:NWE) is a multi-utility company providing electricity and natural gas to approximately 787,000 customers across Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Yellowstone National Park. The companys extensive infrastructure includes over 8,000 miles of electric transmission and distribution lines, and 9,000 miles of natural gas transmission and distribution lines, serving both residential and industrial customers.

What is the Dividend Yield of NWE?

As of September 2025, NWE`s dividend yield is 5.92%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.28 USD by the current share price of 57.51.

Does NWE pay a dividend?

As of September 2025, NWE paid a dividend of 3.28 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-09-15 and the payout was 0.66 USD.

How often does NWE pay dividends?

NWE pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, NWE has issued 5 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-09-15.

Will NWE pay dividends in 2025?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.66 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-09-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for NorthWestern (NWE) is 2025-09-15.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for NWE?

The next Ex-Dividend date for NorthWestern (NWE) is 2025-09-15.

What is the Dividend Growth of NWE?

NWE's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 1.61% per year.
Weak growth: NWE's Dividend growth is lower than inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of NWE?

NWE's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 7.99%. If you bought NWE's shares at 41.04 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.28 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 7.99% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of NWE?

NWE Payout Consistency is 100.0%. 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: NorthWestern has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does NWE have a good Dividend Yield?

NWE`s 5.92% 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 NWE?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of NWE is 77.4%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of NWE?

NWE`s Overall Dividend Rating is 75.64%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

NWE Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in NWE`s Outstanding Shares (CAGR)?

NorthWestern`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 4.30% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: 100.0%), negatively influencing the share price.

Has NorthWestern ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last Stock Split was on 2023-10-02 with a factor of 1:1. This reverse stock split decreased the number of shares and increased the price per share by a ratio of 1.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 15,352,000
1986 15,356,000 +0.03%
1987 15,356,000
1988 15,354,000 -0.01%
1989 15,161,300 -1.26%
1990 15,000,000 -1.06%
1991 15,161,300 +1.08%
1992 15,348,800 +1.24%
1993 15,384,600 +0.23%
1994 15,434,800 +0.33%
1995 17,857,100 +15.69%
1996 17,636,400 -1.24%
1997 17,758,600 +0.69%
1998 23,571,400 +32.73%
1999 26,114,500 +10.79%
2000 23,433,000 -10.27%
2001 27,397,000 +16.92%
2002 37,397,000 +36.5%
2003 37,397,000
2004 35,611,000 -4.78%
2005 36,250,000 +1.79%
2006 37,533,300 +3.54%
2007 39,747,500 +5.9%
2008 35,934,000 -9.59%
2009 36,169,000 +0.65%
2010 36,601,100 +1.19%
2011 36,500,300 -0.28%
2012 37,485,700 +2.7%
2013 38,954,100 +3.92%
2014 43,451,000 +11.54%
2015 48,370,000 +11.32%
2016 48,503,400 +0.28%
2017 49,484,000 +2.02%
2018 50,729,000 +2.52%
2019 50,800,000 +0.14%
2020 50,577,000 -0.44%
2021 51,892,000 +2.6%
2022 59,744,100 +15.13%
2023 61,248,800 +2.52%
2024 61,293,000 +0.07%
2025 61,400,000 +0.17%

Key Metric Definitions

  • Dividend Yield: Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
  • Dividend Growth Rate: Compound annual growth rate of annual dividend per share over the last 5 years.
  • Payout Ratio: Percentage of earnings paid as dividends (TTM).
  • Payout Consistency: % of eligible periods with uninterrupted or increased dividends, measured over the entire lifetime of the stock or fund.
  • Payout Frequency: Number of dividends paid in the last 12m (TTM).
  • Overall Dividend Rating: Proprietary composite score, quantified on a scale from 0 to +100. Ratings surpassing 70 are regarded as favorable, while those exceeding 85 are strong.
  • Total Return: Price appreciation plus dividends over specified period.
  • Market Cap: Figures are in millions of the corresponding currency.

Last update: 2025-08-15 02:46