Is NRG Energy, Inc. a good dividend stock?

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 1.33%. Review its dividend history, payout consistency and growth to judge whether it fits your income strategy.

What is NRG's dividend yield?

The dividend yield for NRG stock is currently 1.33%.

How much does NRG pay in dividends per year?

NRG Energy, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.8300 per share over the trailing twelve months.

How often does NRG pay dividends?

NRG stock pays dividends quarterly.

Is NRG's dividend growing?

NRG Energy, Inc.'s 3-year dividend CAGR is 7.96%.

NRG Stock Price, Chart, Stats & News

NRG Energy, Inc.

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Overview Dividend safety Dividends Fundamentals

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 1.33% as of Jul 15, 2026. It pays $1.83 per share over the trailing twelve months and distributes quarterly. Its dividend has grown at a 7.92% 5-year compound annual rate.

29.10B

Market cap

19.87x

Current P/E

14.73x

Forward P/E

1.33%

Dividend yield

$1.83

NRG dividend

Dividend safety

Strong

Dividend coverage looks healthy — NRG pays out about 26% of earnings.

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Fundamentals

Gross margin	21.85%
Operating margin	6.02%
Pretax margin	3.51%
Net margin	2.81%
Effective tax rate	19.85%
ROA	2.96%
ROE	39.65%
D/E	9.97x
Interest coverage ratio	2.40x

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NRG valuation

P/E	19.87x
P/S	1.03x
P/B	16.73x
P/CF	14.70x
P/FCF	41.31x
P/OCF	14.70x
PEG	-0.79x
EV multiple	5.15x

About

Utilities

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Independent Power Producers

Industry

NRG Energy, Inc., together with its affiliated entities, operates as a comprehensive power utility spanning the United States. Its operations are divided into three main geographical divisions: Texas, East, and West. The company plays a crucial role in generating, distributing, and selling electricity and various related services, serving approximately six million customers across residential, commercial, industrial, and wholesale sectors.