Chesapeake Utilities
CPKChesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK) is a diversified energy company that primarily provides natural gas distribution, transmission, and marketing services. Founded in 1944 and based in Dover, Delaware, the company operates in the Mid-Atlantic and Florida regions, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Chesapeake Utilities also engages in renewable energy initiatives and offers energy-related services to expand its portfolio in sustainable energy solutions.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 6, 2026 | $0.73 | 2026-06-15 | 2026-06-15 |
| April 6, 2026 | $0.69 | 2026-03-16 | 2026-03-16 |
| January 5, 2026 | $0.69 | 2025-12-15 | 2025-12-15 |
| October 6, 2025 | $0.69 | 2025-09-15 | 2025-09-15 |
| July 7, 2025 | $0.69 | 2025-06-16 | 2025-06-16 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Chesapeake Utilities has rewarded shareholders with 91 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held CPK shares during this period received a total of $35.53 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.73/share was paid 12 days ago, on July 6, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: CPK currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.09%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 167.3%, from $0.28 to $0.73.
- Dividend Reliability: CPK has maintained or increased its dividend for 48 consecutive payments.
Company News
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.685 per share, payable on April 6, 2026. The company has maintained uninterrupted dividend payments for 65 years and has increased its annualized dividend annually since 2004.
Dean Capital Management acquired 27,851 shares of Chesapeake Utilities (CPK) worth approximately $3.47 million in a new position that represents 1.48% of the fund's assets under management. The investment reflects confidence in the diversified utility company's regulated natural gas, electric, and propane operations across the eastern U.S., with ...
Tufton Capital Management increased its position in Chesapeake Utilities by 23,304 shares ($3.07 million) in a January 28 SEC filing. The stake now represents 2.06% of the fund's assets under management. The investment reflects confidence in the company's capital-heavy growth phase, regulated returns, infrastructure expansion, and modest but dura...
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.685 per share, payable on January 5, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 15, 2025. The company has maintained dividend payments for 65 consecutive years and has increased its annualized dividend annually since 2004.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.685 per share, payable on October 6, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2025. The company has consistently paid dividends for 64 years and increased its annualized dividend annually since 2004.
