Essent Group Ltd. Dividends | Yield & Payout

Dividend history and payout analysis for Essent Group Ltd. (ESNT). Use the fiscal-year summary and the payout history table below to track dividend per share, dividend yield, and payout ratio changes over time, plus the key dates investors watch for dividend investing.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

7 years
Metric (FY)2025202420232022202120202019
Dividends per share (FY)$1.24$1.12$1.00$0.86$0.70$0.64$0.30
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A2.06%1.90%2.21%1.54%1.51%0.58%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A16.18%15.25%11.08%11.40%16.80%5.28%

Dividend Payout History

26 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-10December 01, 252025-12-01$0.31
2025-09-10August 29, 252025-08-29$0.31
2025-06-10May 30, 252025-05-30$0.31
2025-03-24March 14, 252025-03-14$0.31
2024-12-11December 02, 242024-12-02$0.28
2024-09-10August 30, 242024-08-30$0.28
2024-06-10May 31, 242024-05-31$0.28
2024-03-22March 12, 242024-03-13$0.28
2023-12-11November 30, 232023-12-01$0.25
2023-09-11August 31, 232023-09-01$0.25
2023-06-12May 31, 232023-06-01$0.25
2023-03-20March 09, 232023-03-10$0.25
2022-12-12November 30, 222022-12-01$0.23
2022-09-12August 31, 222022-09-01$0.22
2022-06-10May 31, 222022-06-01$0.21
2022-03-21March 09, 222022-03-10$0.20
2021-12-10November 30, 212021-12-01$0.19
2021-09-10August 31, 212021-09-01$0.18
2021-06-10May 28, 212021-06-01$0.17
2021-03-19March 09, 212021-03-10$0.16
2020-12-10November 30, 202020-12-01$0.16
2020-09-10August 28, 202020-08-31$0.16
2020-06-12June 01, 202020-06-02$0.16
2020-03-20March 09, 202020-03-10$0.16
2019-12-16December 03, 192019-12-04$0.15
2019-09-16September 03, 192019-09-04$0.15

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Essent Group Ltd.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Essent Group Ltd. 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 Essent Group Ltd.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Essent Group Ltd., 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 Essent Group Ltd. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Essent Group Ltd.'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 Essent Group Ltd. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Essent Group Ltd.'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 Essent Group Ltd. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Essent Group Ltd. 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.