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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| March 24, 2025 | $0.06 | 2025-03-10 | 2025-03-10 |
| January 16, 2025 | $0.04 | 2024-12-17 | 2024-12-17 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Nordic American Tanker has rewarded shareholders with 88 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held NAT shares during this period received a total of $36.66 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.13/share was paid 32 days ago, on December 22, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: NAT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 8.98%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has decreased by 88.7%, from $1.15 to $0.13.
- Growth Streak: NAT has raised its dividend for 5 consecutive payments.
Company News
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.
Nordic American Tankers' Non-Executive Vice Chairman, Alexander Hansson, has bought an additional 300,000 shares, increasing his total holding to 4,000,000 shares. The Hansson family now owns the largest private shareholder group in the company with 8,550,000 shares.
Nordic American Tankers' Non-Executive Vice Chairman, Alexander Hansson, has bought 350,000 shares, increasing his total holdings to 3,550,000 shares. The Hansson family now owns the largest private shareholder group in the company.
