MDU dividend stats
vs. Basic Materials sector
Dividend yield
MDU has a dividend yield of 81.04% which is higher than the Basic Materials sector, the industry and its peers average. If we compare it with the Basic Materials sector average of 2.01%, Mdu Resources Group's dividend yield is 3,932% higher. Historically MDU's dividend yield has averaged at 14.5% in the last 5 years, which is less than the current one.
Dividend history
Mdu Resources Group has been paying dividends since 1994. MDU has issued five dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has increased by 2,223% for the last year. And since the stock price has gone down by 31% from a year ago, the dividend yield has increased by 3,247%.
Recent dividends
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2025 | $0.13 | 84.44% |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $0.13 | 73.9% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $13.375 | 91.92% |
| Sep 12, 2024 | $0.13 | 1.97% |
| Jun 13, 2024 | $0.125 | 2.02% |
| Mar 13, 2024 | $0.125 | 2.66% |
| Dec 13, 2023 | $0.125 | 3.5% |
Mdu Resources Group dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
MDU has a payout ratio of 1,006.5% which is higher than the Basic Materials sector, the industry and its peers average. In comparison with the Basic Materials sector average of 52.2%, Mdu Resources Group's payout ratio is 1,828% higher.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
MDU dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDU Mdu Resources Group Inc | 80.1% | $13.89 | 1,006.5% |
| STR Sitio Royalties Corporation | 8.05% | $1.4 | 285.7% |
| AVA Avista Corp | 4.64% | $1.92 | 83.6% |
| NWN Northwest Natural Holding Co | 4.56% | $1.96 | 96.5% |
| NWE Northwestern Corp | 4.48% | $2.61 | 71.3% |
| BKH Black Hills Corp | 4.32% | $2.63 | 67.2% |
| SRE Sempra Energy | 3.35% | $2.51 | 56.4% |
| XEL Xcel Energy Inc | 3.14% | $2.21 | 65.1% |
| CNP Centerpoint Energy Inc | 2.15% | $0.83 | 55.7% |
| VMC Vulcan Materials CO | 0.71% | $1.87 | 26.4% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Mdu Resources Group pay a dividend?
Yes, Mdu Resources Group has been paying dividends for the last 31 years.
When was MDU's last dividend?
Mdu Resources Group's last regular dividend was on Mar 13, 2025 (ex-date) with the amount of $0.13 per share.
How much dividend does Mdu Resources Group pay (per share)?
MDU's annualized dividend per share is $13.89.
What is Mdu Resources Group's dividend yield?
Mdu Resources Group's current dividend yield is 81.04%.
What is Mdu Resources Group's dividend payout ratio?
Mdu Resources Group's dividend payout ratio is 1,006.5%.
Does Mdu Resources Group pay a good dividend?
Mdu Resources Group's dividend yield is more than the Basic Materials sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield. Data from 
and Sharadar.