Imperial Oil Limited
IMOImperial Oil Limited (IMO) is a Canadian petroleum company engaged in the exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and petroleum products. Founded in 1880, it is one of Canada's oldest and largest integrated oil companies. Imperial Oil operates upstream oil and gas exploration and production activities, operates several refineries, and has a widespread retail network through its Esso brand. The company is a key player in Canada's energy sector and is majority-owned by ExxonMobil.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $0.72 | 2025-12-03 | 2025-12-03 |
| October 1, 2025 | $0.72 | 2025-09-04 | 2025-09-04 |
| July 1, 2025 | $0.72 | 2025-06-04 | 2025-06-04 |
| April 1, 2025 | $0.72 | 2025-03-05 | 2025-03-05 |
| January 1, 2025 | $0.60 | 2024-12-03 | 2024-12-03 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Imperial Oil Limited has rewarded shareholders with 88 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held IMO shares during this period received a total of $17.31 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.72/share was paid 22 days ago, on January 1, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: IMO currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.90%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 227.3%, from $0.22 to $0.72.
- Dividend Reliability: IMO has maintained or increased its dividend for 7 consecutive payments.
Company News
Imperial Oil released its 2026 corporate guidance, targeting 441,000-460,000 gross oil-equivalent barrels per day through strategic investments in upstream and downstream operations, with planned capital expenditures of 2.0-2.2 billion Canadian dollars.
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Imperial Oil Limited's shares have gained 16% year-to-date, outperforming the broader oil and energy sector. The company's strong financial performance, production growth, and renewable energy investments are driving the stock's momentum. However, factors like oil price volatility, environmental risks, and high capital expenditure commitments war...
