CNP is CenterPoint Energy, Inc (Holdin (Utilities). Trading at $37.79. Current dividend yield: 2.58%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.96 |
| Current yield | 2.58% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Nov 19, 2026(in 46 days) |
| Next payment (declared) | Dec 10, 2026 · $0.2400 |
| Most recent payment date | Sep 10, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.2400 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 3.53% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 7.93% |
| Payout ratio | 54% |
| Market cap | $24.89B |
| Exchange | XNYS |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-19 | $0.2400 |
| 2026-08-20 | $0.2400 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.2300 |
| 2026-02-19 | $0.2300 |
| 2025-11-20 | $0.2200 |
| 2025-08-21 | $0.2200 |
| 2025-05-15 | $0.2200 |
| 2025-02-20 | $0.2200 |
Price chart & technicals
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About CNP
CenterPoint Energy owns a portfolio of businesses. Its regulated electric utilities provide transmission and distribution services to more than 2.5 million customers in the Houston area, southern Indiana, and west central Ohio.
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Frequently asked
What is CNP's dividend yield?
CNP (CenterPoint Energy, Inc (Holdin) currently has a dividend yield of 2.58%, which works out to about $0.96 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is CNP's next ex-dividend date?
CNP's next ex-dividend date is Nov 19, 2026 (in 46 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did CNP last pay a dividend?
CNP's most recent dividend payment date was Sep 10, 2026.
How often does CNP pay dividends?
CNP pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is CNP growing its dividend?
CNP has been growing its dividend at a 7.93% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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