Avista Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an electric and natural gas utility company. It operates in two segments, Avista Utilities and AEL&P. The Avista Utilities segment provides electric distribution and transmission, and natural gas distribution services in parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho; and natural gas distribution services in parts of northeastern and southwestern Oregon, as well as generates electricity in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. This segment also engages in the wholesale purchase and sale of electricity and natural gas. The AEL&P segment offers electric services to 17,400 customers in the city and borough of Juneau, Alaska. The company generates electricity through hydroelectric, thermal, and wind facilities. As of February 23, 2022, it provided electric service to 406,000 customers and natural gas to 372,000 customers. In addition, the company engages in venture fund investments, real estate investments, and other investments. Avista Corporation was incorporated in 1889 and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington.
Avista Dividend Announcement
• Avista announced a quarterly dividend of $0.47 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-13. Ex dividend date: 2024-11-26
• Avista annual dividend for 2024 was $1.90
• Avista annual dividend for 2023 was $1.84
• Avista's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.08%
• Avista's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 75.26%
• Avista's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 4.31% year
• Avista's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 4.19% year
Avista Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
---|---|---|---|
2024-11-26 | $0.47 | quarterly | 2024-12-13 |
2024-08-22 | $0.47 | quarterly | 2024-09-13 |
2024-05-22 | $0.47 | quarterly | |
2024-02-22 | $0.47 | quarterly | 2024-03-15 |
2023-11-16 | $0.46 | quarterly | 2023-12-15 |
2023-08-17 | $0.46 | quarterly | 2023-09-15 |
2023-05-25 | $0.46 | quarterly | 2023-06-15 |
2023-02-16 | $0.46 | quarterly | 2023-03-15 |
2022-11-17 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2022-12-15 |
2022-08-18 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2022-09-15 |
2022-05-26 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2022-06-15 |
2022-02-17 | $0.44 | quarterly | 2022-03-15 |
2021-11-18 | $0.42 | quarterly | 2021-12-15 |
2021-08-18 | $0.42 | quarterly | 2021-09-15 |
2021-05-26 | $0.42 | quarterly | 2021-06-15 |
2021-02-18 | $0.42 | quarterly | 2021-03-15 |
2020-12-02 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2020-12-15 |
2020-08-19 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2020-09-15 |
2020-05-28 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2020-06-15 |
2020-02-20 | $0.41 | quarterly | 2020-03-13 |
2019-11-20 | $0.39 | quarterly | 2019-12-13 |
2019-08-21 | $0.39 | quarterly | 2019-09-13 |
2019-05-22 | $0.39 | quarterly | 2019-06-14 |
2019-02-21 | $0.39 | quarterly | 2019-03-15 |
2018-11-29 | $0.37 | quarterly | 2018-12-14 |
2018-08-30 | $0.37 | quarterly | 2018-09-14 |
2018-05-24 | $0.37 | quarterly | 2018-06-15 |
2018-02-22 | $0.37 | quarterly | 2018-03-15 |
2017-11-30 | $0.36 | quarterly | 2017-12-15 |
2017-08-29 | $0.36 | quarterly | 2017-09-15 |
2017-05-23 | $0.36 | quarterly | 2017-06-15 |
2017-02-22 | $0.36 | quarterly | 2017-03-15 |
2016-11-16 | $0.34 | quarterly | 2016-12-15 |
2016-08-30 | $0.34 | quarterly | 2016-09-15 |
2016-05-24 | $0.34 | quarterly | 2016-06-15 |
2016-02-17 | $0.34 | quarterly | 2016-03-15 |
2015-11-17 | $0.33 | quarterly | 2015-12-15 |
2015-09-01 | $0.33 | quarterly | 2015-09-15 |
2015-05-19 | $0.33 | quarterly | 2015-06-15 |
2015-02-18 | $0.33 | quarterly | 2015-03-13 |
2014-12-02 | $0.32 | quarterly | 2014-12-15 |
2014-08-19 | $0.32 | quarterly | 2014-09-15 |
2014-05-20 | $0.32 | quarterly | 2014-06-13 |
2014-02-19 | $0.32 | quarterly | 2014-03-14 |
2013-11-19 | $0.30 | quarterly | 2013-12-13 |
2013-08-20 | $0.30 | quarterly | 2013-09-13 |
2013-05-21 | $0.30 | quarterly | 2013-06-14 |
2013-02-20 | $0.30 | quarterly | 2013-03-15 |
Avista Dividend per year
Avista Dividend growth
Avista Dividend Yield
Avista current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.08%. Interested in purchasing Avista stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:
Avista Financial Ratios
Avista Dividend FAQ
Other factors to consider when evaluating Avista as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Avista stock.
Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
1. Determination of Dividend: Avista's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.
2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Avista publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.
3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Avista distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.
5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Avista are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
1. Record Date: Avista sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Avista distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Avista declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
To assess the safety of Avista's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.
It is recommended to review Avista's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.