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Contact Energy Limited Analysis (CEN.NZ)
Is Contact Energy Limited a good investment? Contact Energy Limited (CEN.NZ) is currently trading at 8.73 NZD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 10.30 NZD. This suggests a potential upside from current levels.
In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 20.36. This valuation is generally in line with the broader market.
Earnings Schedule: Contact Energy Limited is expected to release its next earnings report on Feb. 8, 2027. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 0.42.
For income investors, Contact Energy Limited pays a dividend yield of 7.31%. With a payout ratio of 63%, the dividend appears sustainable.
Investor FAQ
Does Contact Energy Limited pay a dividend?
Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 0.63 NZD (7.31% yield).
What asset class is Contact Energy Limited?
Contact Energy Limited is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against 4 other assets in the "Related Symbols" list on this page.
When is the next earnings date?
The next earnings date is projected to be Feb. 8, 2027. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 0.42.
Company Profile
Contact Energy Limited, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an energy generator and retailer in New Zealand. It operates through Wholesale and Retail segments. The company is involved in the sale of electricity to the wholesale electricity market, as well as to commercial and industrial customers; the delivery of electricity, fibre and wireless broadband plans, mobile plans, and other products and services to mass-market customers; and the delivery of natural gas to commercial and industrial, and mass-market customers. It also provides piped and bottled gas products; broadband modems; steam; geothermal well services; solar and wind activities; and roaming, group mobile plans, and eSim services. In addition, the company owns and operates hydro, geothermal, thermal, and battery storage assets. Contact Energy Limited was incorporated in 1995 and is based in Wellington, New Zealand.
| Year | Total Dividends |
|---|---|
| ▸2027 |
0.41 NZD
|
| Sept. 1, 2027 (estimated) | 0.2460 |
| March 30, 2027 (estimated) | 0.1600 |
| ▸2026 |
0.40 NZD
|
| Sept. 23, 2026 | 0.2400 |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.1600 |
| ▸2025 |
0.39 NZD
|
| Sept. 24, 2025 | 0.2300 |
| March 18, 2025 | 0.1600 |
| ▸2024 |
0.37 NZD
|
| Sept. 27, 2024 | 0.2300 |
| March 18, 2024 | 0.1400 |
| ▸2023 |
0.35 NZD
|
| Sept. 26, 2023 | 0.2100 |
| March 30, 2023 | 0.1400 |
| ▸2022 |
0.42 NZD
|
| Sept. 27, 2022 | 0.2839 |
| March 30, 2022 | 0.1400 |
| ▸2021 |
0.35 NZD
|
| Sept. 15, 2021 | 0.2100 |
| March 30, 2021 | 0.1400 |
| ▸2020 |
0.39 NZD
|
| Sept. 15, 2020 | 0.2300 |
| April 7, 2020 | 0.1600 |
| ▸2019 |
0.39 NZD
|
| Sept. 17, 2019 | 0.2300 |
| April 9, 2019 | 0.1600 |
| ▸2018 |
0.32 NZD
|
| Sept. 18, 2018 | 0.1900 |
| April 6, 2018 | 0.1300 |
| ▸2017 |
0.26 NZD
|
| Sept. 19, 2017 | 0.1500 |
| March 17, 2017 | 0.1100 |
| ▸2016 |
0.26 NZD
|
| Sept. 4, 2016 | 0.1500 |
| Feb. 28, 2016 | 0.1100 |
| ▸2015 |
0.76 NZD
|
| Aug. 30, 2015 | 0.1500 |
| June 7, 2015 | 0.5000 |
| March 1, 2015 | 0.1100 |
| ▸2014 |
0.26 NZD
|
| Aug. 31, 2014 | 0.1500 |
| March 4, 2014 | 0.1100 |
| ▸2013 |
0.16 NZD
|
| Sept. 1, 2013 | 0.1400 |
| March 5, 2013 | 0.0194 |
| ▸2012 |
0.25 NZD
|
| Aug. 23, 2012 | 0.1383 |
| March 1, 2012 | 0.1076 |
| ▸2011 |
0.27 NZD
|
| Sept. 1, 2011 | 0.0212 |
| Aug. 31, 2011 | 0.1385 |
| March 8, 2011 | 0.1080 |
| ▸2010 |
0.25 NZD
|
| Aug. 31, 2010 | 0.1367 |
| March 9, 2010 | 0.1100 |
| ▸2009 |
0.28 NZD
|
| Aug. 30, 2009 | 0.1700 |
| March 10, 2009 | 0.1100 |
| Name | Payment Date | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Energy Limited | Sep 23, 2026 | Paid | 0.24 NZD |
| Contact Energy Limited | Mar 25, 2026 | Paid | 0.16 NZD |
| Split Date | Split Ratio to 1 |
|---|---|
| Aug. 31, 2010 | 1.02 |
| Sept. 1, 2010 | 1.02452 |
| March 8, 2011 | 1.02 |
| March 9, 2011 | 1.01884 |
| Aug. 31, 2011 | 1.02 |
| Sept. 1, 2011 | 1.02245 |
| March 1, 2012 | 1.02 |
| March 2, 2012 | 1.0222 |
| Aug. 23, 2012 | 1.02 |
| Aug. 24, 2012 | 1.02461 |
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