Northwest Natural hikes dividend by 0.5%
On October 9, 2025 Northwest Natural Holding (NWN) announced a dividend hike of 0.5% to $0.4925 quarterly per share. This brings the dividend track record to 70 consecutive years of increases.
Northwest Natural Holding Co. (NYSE: NWN) has announced a 0.5% dividend increase for 2025, marking an impressive 70th consecutive year of dividend growth. The Oregon-based gas and water utility continues its long-standing commitment to providing consistent shareholder returns through stable quarterly payouts.
The company’s dividend has grown steadily at a 0.5% compound annual rate over both five- and ten-year periods, reflecting a disciplined and predictable approach to dividend policy. As of October 9, 2025, Northwest Natural’s shares trade at $43.68, offering a dividend yield of 4.5%.
Year-to-date, the stock has delivered a total return of 14.4%, supported by the company’s regulated utility operations and steady cash generation. Northwest Natural’s market capitalization stands at $1.8 billion, with an estimated $0.1 billion in total annual dividend payouts.