Origin Energy Limited Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Origin Energy Limited (ORG), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 5.35% and a payout ratio of 66.96%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

24 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003200220012000
Dividends per share (FY)$0.60$0.56$0.37$0.29$0.19$0.25$0.25$0.10$0.50$0.50$0.50$0.50$0.50$0.50$0.50$0.25$0.21$0.18$0.15$0.13$0.12$0.05$0.04$0.06
Dividend yield (FY) %5.35%4.35%3.93%3.11%4.30%4.62%1.27%4.61%4.20%3.50%3.83%3.16%2.77%3.17%4.69%1.67%2.24%2.84%2.02%0.93%0.98%1.68%1.44%11.37%
Payout ratio (FY) %66.96%58.63%53.84%-21.90%-14.95%572.29%13.63%-70.97%-83.13%104.72%133.07%41.94%219.35%66.83%8.54%44.95%40.09%49.13%-162.71%-1723.92%-594.30%-714.21%-436.44%-3203.72%

Dividend Payout History

45 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-10-03September 03, 252025-09-04$0.30
2025-03-28March 04, 252025-03-05$0.30
2024-09-27September 05, 242024-09-06$0.28
2024-03-28March 05, 242024-03-06$0.28
2023-09-29September 05, 232023-09-06$0.20
2023-03-24February 28, 232023-03-01$0.17
2022-09-30September 06, 222022-09-07$0.17
2022-03-25March 01, 222022-03-02$0.12
2021-10-01September 07, 212021-09-08$0.07
2021-03-26March 03, 212021-03-04$0.12
2020-10-02September 08, 202020-09-09$0.10
2020-03-27March 02, 202020-03-03$0.15
2019-09-27September 02, 192019-09-03$0.15
2019-03-29March 01, 192019-03-04$0.10
2016-03-31February 22, 162016-02-25$0.10
2015-09-28August 25, 152015-08-27$0.25
2015-03-31February 23, 152015-02-26$0.25
2014-09-26August 26, 142014-08-28$0.25
2014-04-04February 24, 142014-03-03$0.25
2013-09-27August 27, 132013-09-02$0.25
2013-04-04February 25, 132013-03-04$0.25
2012-09-27August 28, 122012-09-03$0.25
2012-03-30February 27, 122012-03-05$0.25
2011-09-29August 29, 112011-09-02$0.25
2011-04-01February 28, 112011-03-07$0.25
2010-09-28August 31, 102010-09-06$0.25
2010-04-01March 01, 102010-03-09$0.25
2009-09-23August 25, 092009-08-31$0.25
2009-03-25March 02, 092009-03-10$0.25
2008-10-03September 03, 082008-09-09$0.13
2008-04-04March 03, 082008-03-11$0.12
2007-10-03September 03, 072007-09-10$0.11
2007-03-30March 04, 072007-03-09$0.10
2006-09-29September 04, 062006-09-08$0.09
2006-03-20February 22, 062006-03-01$0.09
2005-09-26September 01, 052005-09-07$0.08
2005-03-23February 23, 052005-03-02$0.07
2004-09-15August 20, 042004-08-26$0.07
2004-03-18February 19, 042004-02-26$0.06
2003-10-03September 15, 032003-09-19$0.06
2003-03-24March 02, 032003-03-07$0.06
2002-10-21September 24, 022002-09-30$0.03
2002-03-22February 28, 022002-03-07$0.02
2001-10-09September 11, 012001-09-17$0.04
2000-10-23October 14, 002000-09-22$0.06

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Origin Energy Limited's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Origin Energy Limited returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Origin Energy Limited's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Origin Energy Limited, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Origin Energy Limited a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Origin Energy Limited's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Origin Energy Limited maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Origin Energy Limited's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Origin Energy Limited dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Origin Energy Limited dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.