Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)
Duke Energy Corporation is a leading energy company primarily involved in electric power transmission and distribution across the United States. It provides electricity to millions of customers in the Southeast and Midwest regions, and also has a growing portfolio of renewable energy sources and natural gas infrastructure. Founded in the early 20th century, Duke Energy has expanded through acquisitions and investments in sustainable energy solutions.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $1.06 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 55 days on December 16, 2025
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 16, 2025 | $1.06 | 2025-11-14 | 2025-11-14 |
| September 16, 2025 | $1.06 | 2025-08-15 | 2025-08-15 |
| June 16, 2025 | $1.04 | 2025-05-16 | 2025-05-16 |
| March 17, 2025 | $1.04 | 2025-02-14 | 2025-02-14 |
| December 16, 2024 | $1.04 | 2024-11-15 | 2024-11-15 |
Dividends Summary
- Duke Energy Corporation has issued 88 dividend payments over the past 21 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 36 days ago, on September 16, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $1.06 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.66 per share.
Company News
Northside Capital Management sold 51,383 shares of EOG Resources, reducing its holdings by 30% and trimming its position by approximately $6.1 million during Q3 2025, while maintaining significant energy sector investments.
During market volatility, three utility companies offer potential stability and performance: Duke Energy, NextEra Energy, and Xcel Energy. These companies provide defensive investment options with consistent dividends and diverse energy portfolios.
Duke Energy declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.065 per common share, payable on December 16, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 14, 2025. The company has maintained dividend payments for 99 consecutive years.
A new report from Escalent finds that business customer engagement with utilities has improved significantly, ending a trending decline that began in 2021. The Engaged Customer Relationship (ECR) score has turned around and reached 784 in 2024, with 24 utilities recognized as Business Utility Customer Champions for their exceptional performance.
Wall Street analysts have a positive outlook on Duke Energy (DUK), with an average brokerage recommendation of 2.00 (Buy). However, the Zacks Rank for the company is 4 (Sell), indicating that the analysts' recommendations may be overly optimistic and not fully aligned with the company's earnings estimate revisions.
