Nordic American Tanker
NATNordic American Tanker (NAT) is a shipping company specializing in the ownership and operation of mid-sized oil tankers. Established in 1995, it primarily focuses on the transportation of crude oil, offering services to international energy and trading companies. Known for its conservative financial management and dividend history, NAT operates a fleet of modern vessels, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and environmental standards in its operations.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2026 | $0.22 | 2026-06-10 | 2026-06-10 |
| March 24, 2026 | $0.17 | 2026-03-10 | 2026-03-10 |
| December 22, 2025 | $0.13 | 2025-12-08 | 2025-12-08 |
| September 29, 2025 | $0.10 | 2025-09-12 | 2025-09-12 |
| June 26, 2025 | $0.07 | 2025-06-12 | 2025-06-12 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Nordic American Tanker has rewarded shareholders with 90 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held NAT shares during this period received a total of $37.05 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.22/share was paid 24 days ago, on June 24, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: NAT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 10.25%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has decreased by 80.9%, from $1.15 to $0.22.
- Growth Streak: NAT has raised its dividend for 7 consecutive payments.
Company News
Nordic American Tankers (NAT) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share for Q1 2026, marking the 115th consecutive quarterly cash dividend. The company reports market conditions are the best in several decades. Vice-Chairman Alexander Hansson increased his stake by 300,000 shares, bringing the Hansson family's collective ownership to 11,3...
The article highlights three high-yield dividend stocks suitable for income-focused investors: Sunoco (energy/pipelines) with a 5.4% yield and 33% YTD gains, Nordic American Tankers (shipping) with an 8% yield and 62% YTD gains, and DHT Holdings (crude oil tankers) with a 13.6% yield and 48% YTD gains. All three companies demonstrate strong divid...
Multiple companies across healthcare, energy, and semiconductors are raising dividends at double-digit rates, signaling confidence in cash flows. Abbott Laboratories increased its dividend by 6.8% marking 54 consecutive years of increases, Nordic American Tankers raised its payout by 30%, and Broadcom announced a 10% dividend increase backed by a...
Nordic American Tankers Ltd (NAT) has acquired two vessels, sold two older vessels, and reported a net result of $4.2 million for the first quarter of 2025. The company is focused on reducing emissions and maintaining the quality of its fleet.
Nordic American Tankers Ltd (NAT) has acquired two additional suezmax tankers, expanding its fleet to 21 vessels. The new acquisitions are expected to provide additional earnings and dividend capacity for the company.
