Last dividend date: Jun 8, 2026
Dividend yield: 3.79%
Payout ratio: 43.7%
SM Energy's most recent dividend was on Jun 8, 2026 (ex-date) with a cash dividend payment of $0.22 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $1.04 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 3.77% based on its recent close price.
SM dividend stats
vs. Energy sector
SM Energy Dividend yield
SM has a dividend yield of 3.77% which is lower than the Energy sector and the industry average. But in comparison with the Energy sector average of 3.9%, SM Energy's dividend yield is only 3.3% lower. The current dividend yield is higher than the historical average of 2.1% of the last 5 years.
SM Dividend history
SM Energy has been paying dividends since 1994. SM has issued five dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has increased by 33% for the last year.
SM Energy Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2026 | $0.22 | 3.21% |
| Mar 9, 2026 | $0.22 | 3.92% |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.2 | 5.4% |
| Oct 17, 2025 | $0.2 | 3.76% |
| Jul 18, 2025 | $0.2 | 3.09% |
| Apr 17, 2025 | $0.2 | 3.39% |
| Jan 24, 2025 | $0.2 | 1.9% |
| Oct 25, 2024 | $0.2 | 1.7% |
| Jul 19, 2024 | $0.18 | 1.48% |
| Apr 18, 2024 | $0.18 | 1.37% |
| Jan 18, 2024 | $0.18 | 1.76% |
| Oct 23, 2023 | $0.15 | 1.43% |
| Jul 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 1.73% |
| Apr 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 1.61% |
| Jan 19, 2023 | $0.15 | 0.93% |
| Oct 24, 2022 | $0.15 | 0.37% |
| Apr 21, 2022 | $0.01 | 0.05% |
| Oct 22, 2021 | $0.01 | 0.06% |
| Apr 22, 2021 | $0.01 | 0.13% |
| Oct 22, 2020 | $0.01 | 1.26% |
| Apr 23, 2020 | $0.01 | 3.24% |
| Oct 24, 2019 | $0.05 | 1.29% |
| Apr 25, 2019 | $0.05 | 0.61% |
| Oct 25, 2018 | $0.05 | 0.39% |
| Apr 26, 2018 | $0.05 | 0.43% |
| Oct 19, 2017 | $0.05 | 0.55% |
| Apr 19, 2017 | $0.05 | 0.46% |
| Oct 19, 2016 | $0.05 | 0.25% |
| Apr 20, 2016 | $0.05 | 0.37% |
| Oct 21, 2015 | $0.05 | 0.28% |
| Apr 22, 2015 | $0.05 | 0.18% |
SM Energy dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
SM has a payout ratio of 43.7% which is lower than the Energy sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Energy sector average of 66.5%, SM Energy's payout ratio is 34% lower.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
SM dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM SM Energy Co | 3.79% | $1.04 | 43.7% |
| EXE Expand Energy Corp. | 3.6% | $3.19 | 23.6% |
| RRC Range Resources Corp | 1.03% | $0.38 | 10% |
| CRK Comstock Resources Inc | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does SM Energy pay a dividend?
Yes, SM Energy has been paying dividends for the last 32 years.
When was SM's last dividend?
SM Energy's last regular dividend was on Jun 8, 2026 (ex-date) with the amount of $0.22 per share.
How much dividend does SM Energy pay (per share)?
SM's annualized dividend per share is $1.04.
What is SM Energy's dividend yield?
Currently SM Energy's dividend yield is 3.77%.
What is SM Energy's dividend payout ratio?
The dividend payout ratio of SM Energy is 43.7%.
Does SM Energy pay a good dividend?
SM Energy's dividend yield is in line with the Energy sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.