National Fuel increases dividend; 124-year payer with 56 straight hikes
Jun 11, 2026, 9:39 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Dividend increases generally support short-term price upside as income-focused investors rebalance; for a diversified energy player like NFG, the 4% bump modestly lifts yield and reinforces stability, though fundamental earnings drivers remain primary over the medium term.
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National Fuel Gas Company announced a 4% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.555 per share, for an annualized $2.22. The move continues its long dividend-growth tradition, as the company has paid dividends for 124 years and raised them for 56 straight years. The July 15, 2026 payment date follows a June 30 record date.
NFG raises quarterly dividend to $0.555.
Annual payout now $2.22 per share.
Dividends paid for 124 years; 56 straight increases.
Dividend payable July 15, 2026; record date June 30.
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