Consolidated Edison, Inc.
EDConsolidated Edison, Inc. (ED) is a major utility company based in New York City, providing electric, gas, and steam services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Established in 1884, it is one of the oldest and largest investor-owned energy companies in the United States, focusing on delivering reliable energy while investing in infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 15, 2025 | $0.85 | 2025-11-19 | 2025-11-19 |
| September 15, 2025 | $0.85 | 2025-08-13 | 2025-08-13 |
| June 16, 2025 | $0.85 | 2025-05-14 | 2025-05-14 |
| March 14, 2025 | $0.85 | 2025-02-19 | 2025-02-19 |
| December 16, 2024 | $0.83 | 2024-11-13 | 2024-11-13 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Consolidated Edison, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 87 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held ED shares during this period received a total of $58.35 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.85/share was paid 39 days ago, on December 15, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: ED currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.30%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 50.4%, from $0.56 to $0.85.
- Dividend Reliability: ED has maintained or increased its dividend for 87 consecutive payments.
Company News
Consolidated Edison announced a quarterly dividend of 85 cents per share, payable on December 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of November 19, 2025.
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