NRG Energy (MEX:NRG) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.32 (As of Mar. 2026) — 88% Above Median


MEX:NRG NRG Energy Inc MEX:NRG
51 GF Score
Price MXN2,517.00
GF Value MXN2,042.20
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio?

NRG Energy MEX:NRG 51 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 as of Mar. 2026, which is 88% above its 10-year median of 0.17. GuruFocus rates MEX:NRG with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,042.20 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 180 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, NRG Energy ranks better than 60.56% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.32.

The historical rank and industry rank for NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:NRG' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.01   Med: 0.17   Max: 0.5
Current: 0.37

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of NRG Energy was 0.50. The lowest was 0.01. And the median was 0.17.

MEX:NRG's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
60.56% of 180 companies
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs MEX:NRG: 0.37

As of today (2026-07-07), the Dividend Yield % of NRG Energy is 1.30%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of NRG Energy was 4.57%. The lowest was 0.28%. And the median was 1.70%.

NRG Energy's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN8.57.

During the past 12 months, NRG Energy's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.90% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.90% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 29.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of NRG Energy was 126.80% per year. The lowest was -40.90% per year. And the median was 7.90% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

For more information regarding to dividend, please check our Dividend Page.

* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

NRG Energy (MEX:NRG) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

NRG Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.28 0.22

NRG Energy Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.17 0.00 0.16 0.41 0.32

MEX:NRG vs TLN, OKLO, VST: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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NRG Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.

NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
=31.69/ 145.306
=0.22

NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=8.566/ 26.688
=0.32

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Dividend Payout Ratio →
What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 mean?
NRG Energy (MEX:NRG) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on NRG Energy and its competitors. This is 88% above median its historical median of 0.17. Over the past decade, NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.01 to 0.50. According to the industry distribution chart, NRG Energy ranks #71 out of 180 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 39.4%.
Is NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
NRG Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 is 88% above median its 10-year median of 0.17. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.01 to a high of 0.50. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. NRG Energy's value of 0.32 is 27.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, NRG Energy ranks #71 out of 180 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, NRG Energy has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does NRG Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to TLN and OKLO?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, NRG Energy ranks #71 out of 180 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts NRG Energy in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. NRG Energy's value of 0.32 is 27.3% below this benchmark. Historically, NRG Energy's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.01 to 0.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.17 vs. the industry median of 0.44, NRG Energy has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 0.44, based on 180 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. NRG Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.32 is 27.3% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on NRG Energy and its competitors. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. NRG Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32, which is 88% above median its own 10-year median of 0.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is NRG Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NRG Energy (MEX:NRG) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,042.20, compared to a current price of MXN2,517.00 — trading 23.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32, which is 88% above median its 10-year median of 0.17 and 27.3% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 0.44. NRG Energy's overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For NRG Energy (MEX:NRG), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is NRG Energy (MEX:NRG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, NRG Energy stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN2,517.00 is trading 23.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,042.20. GuruFocus considers NRG Energy to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:NRG:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.32 (88% above median its 10-year median of 0.17)
  • GF Value™: MXN2,042.20 vs. price of MXN2,517.00 (23.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 51/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 27.3% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#71 of 180)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:NRG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

NRG Energy Business Description

Address 1301 McKinney Street, Houston, TX, USA, 77010
NRG Energy is one of the largest retail energy providers in the US, with 6 million customers. Vivint Smart Home, which NRG acquired in 2023, has 2 million home-services customers. NRG also is one of the largest US independent power producers, with 26 gigawatts of coal, gas, and oil power generation capacity in Texas and the Eastern US. NRG exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in December 2003.
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