RWE Dividend History & Analysis | 5.3% Yield
RWE has a dividend yield of 5.3% and paid 1.2 EUR per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.
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| CIG | 6,866 M | 17.24% | 34.59% |
| ELPC | 9,356 M | 8.29% | 12.02% |
| ENGI | 79,180 M | 4.81% | 16.48% |
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| SYMBOL | MARKET CAP USD | GROWTH RATE | CONSISTENCY |
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| PCG | 35,390 M | 253.55% | 75.3% |
| CEG | 110,004 M | 40.13% | 100.0% |
| ENGI | 79,180 M | 29.27% | 84.8% |
| XEL | 49,885 M | 11.46% | 75.3% |
| NEE | 197,795 M | 10.14% | 80.1% |
| EX-DATE | RECORD | PAYMENT | PERIOD | DIV/SHARE | GROWTH | PAYOUT YIELD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | 2026-05-06 | Interim | 1.2 | +9.1% | 2% | |
| 2025-05-02 | 2025-05-06 | Final | 1.1 | +10% | 3.29% | |
| 2024-05-06 | 2024-05-08 | Final | 1 | +11.1% | 3.07% | |
| 2023-05-05 | 2023-05-09 | Final | 0.9 | 0% | 2.17% | |
| 2022-04-29 | 2022-05-03 | Final | 0.9 | +5.9% | 2.25% | |
| 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-03 | Final | 0.85 | +6.3% | N/A | |
| 2020-06-29 | 2020-07-01 | Final | 0.8 | 0% | N/A | |
| 2020-04-29 | 0.8 | +14.3% | N/A | |||
| 2019-05-06 | 2019-05-08 | Final | 0.7 | -53.3% | N/A | |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-05-02 | Final | 1.5 | +1053.8% | N/A | |
| 2016-04-21 | 0.13 | -87% | N/A | |||
| 2015-04-24 | 2015-04-24 | Final | 1 | 0% | N/A | |
| 2014-04-17 | 2014-04-17 | Final | 1 | -50% | N/A | |
| 2013-04-19 | 2013-04-19 | Final | 2 | 0% | N/A | |
| 2012-04-20 | 2 | -42.9% | N/A | |||
| 2011-04-21 | 3.5 | 0% | N/A | |||
| 2010-04-23 | 3.5 | -22.2% | N/A | |||
| 2009-04-23 | 4.5 | +42.9% | N/A | |||
| 2008-04-18 | 3.15 | +703.6% | N/A | |||
| 2007-06-13 | 0.392 | -88.8% | N/A | |||
| 2007-04-19 | 3.5 | +100% | N/A | |||
| 2006-04-18 | 1.75 | +16.7% | N/A | |||
| 2005-04-15 | 1.5 | +20% | N/A | |||
| 2004-04-16 | 1.25 | +13.6% | N/A | |||
| 2003-05-16 | 1.1 | +10% | N/A | |||
| 2002-06-07 | 1 | 0% | N/A | |||
| 2001-06-08 | 1 | 0% | N/A | |||
| 2000-11-24 | 1 | 0% | N/A | |||
| 1999-11-19 | 1 | +1855.8% | N/A | |||
| 1998-11-20 | 0.0511 | -93.7% | N/A | |||
| 1997-12-12 | 0.8181 | +6.7% | N/A | |||
| 1996-12-13 | 0.7669 | -89.3% | N/A | |||
| 1995-12-15 | 7.1581 | +7.7% | N/A | |||
| 1994-12-09 | 6.6468 | 0% | N/A |
RWE Dividend FAQ
RWE Aktiengesellschaft is a global energy utility headquartered in Essen, Germany, specializing in the generation and distribution of electricity. The company manages a diverse portfolio across five segments: Offshore Wind, Onshore Wind/Solar, Flexible Generation, Supply & Trading, and Phaseout Technologies. Its operations span Europe and North America, utilizing energy sources ranging from renewables like hydro and biomass to conventional gas and lignite assets.
What is the Dividend Yield of RWE?
As of May 2026, RWE's dividend yield is 5.33%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.20 EUR by the current share price of 55.20.
Does RWE pay a dividend?
As of May 2026, RWE paid a dividend of 1.20 EUR in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-05-04 and the payout was 1.2 EUR.
How often does RWE pay dividends?
RWE pays dividends annually. Over the last 12 months, RWE has issued 1 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-05-04.
RWE dividend forecast
Based on historical data, the forecasted dividend per share for RWE for the next payment is 1.016 (-15.3%). This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 1.84%.
Will RWE pay dividends in 2026?
The latest dividend paid per share was 1.2 EUR with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-05-04. The next Ex-Dividend date for RWE (RWE) is currently unknown.
What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for RWE?
The next Ex-Dividend date for RWE (RWE) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.
What is the Dividend Growth of RWE?
RWE's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 6.66% per year. Strong growth: RWE's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.
What is the Yield on Cost of RWE?
RWE's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 4.27%. If you bought RWE's shares at 28.08 EUR five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.20 EUR per share, trailing 12 months) equals 4.27% of your original purchase price.
What is the Payout Consistency of RWE?
RWE Payout Consistency is 78.6%. 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. Moderately consistent: RWE has a good track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.
Does RWE have a good Dividend Yield?
RWE's 5.33% 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 RWE?
The Dividend Payout Ratio of RWE is 38.5%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.
What is the Dividend Rating of RWE?
RWE's Overall Dividend Rating is 59.76%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.
Key Metric Definitions
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.
Last update: 2026-05-12 02:37 UTC