NRG Energy (NRG) Dividend Income Calculator
NRG Energy (NRG) has paid 56 dividends since Jul 30, 2012. The most recent dividend was $0.4750/share on May 15, 2026, paid Quarterly. Use the calculator below to see how much dividend income you would have earned.
NRG
Total Dividend Income
$811.74
From $1,000 invested
Number of Payments
56
67.11 shares
Avg. Annual Yield on Cost
5.41%
Over 15 years
Years of Dividends
15
Jul 30, 2012 – May 1, 2026
Annual Dividend Breakdown
Totals per calendar year for your investment scenario (cash dividends, no DRIP).
| Year | Total Dividends ($) | Payments | Yield on Cost (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 12.08 | 2 | 1.21 |
| 2013 | 30.20 | 4 | 3.02 |
| 2014 | 36.24 | 4 | 3.62 |
| 2015 | 38.93 | 4 | 3.89 |
| 2016 | 15.77 | 4 | 1.58 |
| 2017 | 8.05 | 4 | 0.81 |
| 2018 | 8.05 | 4 | 0.81 |
| 2019 | 8.05 | 4 | 0.81 |
| 2020 | 80.54 | 4 | 8.05 |
| 2021 | 87.25 | 4 | 8.72 |
| 2022 | 93.96 | 4 | 9.40 |
| 2023 | 101.34 | 4 | 10.13 |
| 2024 | 109.40 | 4 | 10.94 |
| 2025 | 118.12 | 4 | 11.81 |
| 2026 | 63.76 | 2 | 6.38 |
Dividend Payments
Dates are ex-dividend. Total received is cash income for your entered investment amount (no DRIP).
Ex-date May 1, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $0.4750
- Total received
- $31.88
Ex-date Feb 2, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $0.4750
- Total received
- $31.88
Ex-date Nov 3, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.4400
- Total received
- $29.53
Ex-date Aug 1, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.4400
- Total received
- $29.53
Ex-date May 1, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.4400
- Total received
- $29.53
Ex-date Feb 3, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.4400
- Total received
- $29.53
Ex-date Nov 1, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.4075
- Total received
- $27.35
Ex-date Aug 1, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.4075
- Total received
- $27.35
Ex-date Apr 30, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.4075
- Total received
- $27.35
Ex-date Jan 31, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.4075
- Total received
- $27.35
Ex-date Oct 31, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $0.3775
- Total received
- $25.34
Ex-date Jul 31, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $0.3775
- Total received
- $25.34
| Date | Dividend/Share | Total Received |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | $0.4750 | $31.88 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | $0.4750 | $31.88 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | $0.4400 | $29.53 |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $0.4400 | $29.53 |
| May 1, 2025 | $0.4400 | $29.53 |
| Feb 3, 2025 | $0.4400 | $29.53 |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $0.4075 | $27.35 |
| Aug 1, 2024 | $0.4075 | $27.35 |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $0.4075 | $27.35 |
| Jan 31, 2024 | $0.4075 | $27.35 |
| Oct 31, 2023 | $0.3775 | $25.34 |
| Jul 31, 2023 | $0.3775 | $25.34 |
Frequently asked questions
How much dividend income would $1,000 invested in NRG Energy have earned?
A $1,000 investment in NRG Energy (NRG) from Jul 30, 2012 would have earned $811.74 in total dividend income across 56 payments.
How many dividends has NRG Energy paid?
NRG Energy (NRG) has made 56 dividend payments since Jul 30, 2012.
Does the calculator include reinvested dividends (DRIP)?
Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" checkbox to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included in the dividend income calculation?
No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket and account type.
What data source is used for NRG Energy dividends?
Dividend data comes from verified historical records. All recorded dividends are included, using split-adjusted amounts for accuracy.
Data & methodology
What data source is used?
Dividend data comes from verified historical records, including all regular and special dividends.
Does this include special dividends?
Yes, all recorded dividends are included in the calculation, including special (one-time) dividends.
Does this account for DRIP (dividend reinvestment)?
Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" option to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included?
No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket, account type, and jurisdiction.
How are stock splits handled?
The calculator uses split-adjusted dividend amounts (adj_dividend) which account for all historical stock splits, ensuring accurate income calculations.
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