NRG Energy declares quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share

HOUSTON - NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) announced Monday that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on the company’s common stock.

The dividend, which equates to $1.76 per share on an annualized basis, will be payable on August 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of August 1, 2025.

NRG Energy provides natural gas, electricity, and smart home solutions to customers across North America. The company serves both residential and commercial markets.

This dividend announcement comes as part of the company’s regular quarterly financial activities. According to the press release statement, NRG positions itself as a provider of energy solutions aimed at meeting current customer needs while developing capabilities for future energy challenges.

The company maintains listings on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NRG. Based on current trading levels and InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, the stock appears to be fairly valued. Investors can access detailed dividend analysis and 10 additional ProTips about NRG through InvestingPro’s comprehensive research platform.

In other recent news, NRG Energy reported impressive first-quarter 2025 financial results, significantly exceeding analysts’ expectations. The company achieved an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.68, surpassing the forecasted $1.67, and reported revenue of $8.59 billion, which was well above the anticipated $7.61 billion. Additionally, NRG Energy announced the acquisition of a substantial virtual power plant (VPP) portfolio from LS Power for $12.9 billion, a move seen as beneficial to the company’s earnings per share and free cash flow before growth. BMO Capital responded to these developments by raising NRG Energy’s stock target to $167, maintaining a Market Perform rating. S&P Global Ratings revised NRG Energy’s outlook to stable from positive following the LS Power asset acquisition, highlighting the company’s improved credit risk profile. Furthermore, NRG Energy announced the redemption of its outstanding 2.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2048, scheduled for July 8, 2025. In leadership news, Brad Bentley was appointed as President of NRG Consumer, effective July 28, 2025, bringing extensive experience from his previous roles at Expedia Group and Inspire Clean Energy.

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