Enel Chile S.A., an electricity utility company, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in Chile. The company operates through Generation Business and Distribution Business segments. It generates electricity through various sources, such as hydroelectric, thermal, wind, solar, and geothermal power plants. As of December 31, 2021, it had 8,054 megawatts of gross installed capacity, as well as distributed electricity to approximately 2.0 million customers with 2,105 square kilometers of transmission lines in 33 municipalities of the Santiago metropolitan region. The company also engages in the sale and transportation of natural gas; and provision of construction works, engineering, and consulting services. It serves residential, commercial, industrial, governmental, and other customers. The company was formerly known as Enersis Chile S.A. and changed its name to Enel Chile S.A. in October 2016. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Enel Chile S.A. is a subsidiary of Enel S.p.A.
Enel Chile Dividend Announcement
• Enel Chile announced a semi annually dividend of $0.21 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-06-17. Ex dividend date: 2024-05-22
• Enel Chile annual dividend for 2024 was $0.25
• Enel Chile annual dividend for 2023 was $0.34
• Enel Chile's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 9.2%
• Enel Chile's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 44.41%
Enel Chile Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-05-22 | $0.21 | semi annually | 2024-06-17 |
2024-01-18 | $0.03 | semi annually | 2024-02-08 |
2023-05-18 | $0.32 | semi annually | 2023-06-08 |
2023-01-19 | $0.02 | semi annually | 2023-02-09 |
2021-05-20 | $0.22 | semi annually | 2021-06-09 |
2020-05-19 | $0.23 | semi annually | 2020-07-08 |
2020-01-23 | $0.03 | semi annually | 2020-02-07 |
2019-05-09 | $0.19 | semi annually | 2019-06-10 |
2019-01-17 | $0.03 | semi annually | 2019-01-25 |
2018-05-10 | $0.18 | semi annually | 2018-06-01 |
2018-01-18 | $0.06 | semi annually | 2018-01-26 |
2017-05-17 | $0.19 | semi annually | 2017-06-08 |
2017-01-18 | $0.06 | semi annually | 2017-02-09 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: Enel Chile'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, Enel Chile 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, Enel Chile 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 Enel Chile 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: Enel Chile 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, Enel Chile distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Enel Chile 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 Enel Chile'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 Enel Chile'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.