National Fuel Gas has paid dividends for 124 consecutive years, a rare achievement in the energy sector. Despite a forecasted dip in fiscal 2027 earnings, the company maintains a comfortable dividend payout ratio of about 35%-37%. The firm is preparing to split in 2027, separating its regulated utility business from its natural gas producer, Seneca Resources, which introduces uncertainty about future dividend policies. Post-split, the remaining regulated utility is expected to offer stable income suitable for retirees, while shareholders will receive Seneca stock, which will be more sensitive to gas price fluctuations. Investors should watch the upcoming Form 10 filing for details on dividend distribution after the spin-off.
While National Fuel Gas prepares for its 2027 split and potential dividend changes, investors on Pluang are showing strong interest in the utilities sector. Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO), a peer in utilities, trades at USD 175.17 with a dividend yield of 2.36% as of Nov 11, 2026 04:02 WIB. The stock has gained 1.05% in the past day, and Pluang users currently hold it for an average of 53 days, reflecting steady confidence in utility dividends.
