Alliant Energy Joins Elite Dividend Club with Strong Returns and Stability
Alliant Energy Corp (Symbol: LNT) has made it onto the exclusive Dividend Channel ”S.A.F.E. 25” list. This recognition highlights its impressive financial stats, including a 3.4% dividend yield and a solid history of dividend growth spanning over twenty years, as noted in the latest ‘DividendRank’ report.
Key Role in Major ETFs
Alliant Energy Corp is featured in the iShares S&P 1500 Index ETF (ITOT) and contributes 0.71% to the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY), which holds $149,178,183 in LNT shares, according to the ETF Finder at ETF Channel.
Why Alliant Energy Stands Out
Several qualities earned Alliant Energy a spot on the “S.A.F.E. 25” list:
- S. Solid return — significant yield and strong DividendRank metrics;
- A. Accelerating amount — continuous dividend growth over the years;
- F. Flawless history — never missed or reduced dividends;
- E. Enduring — a commitment to dividend payments for at least twenty years.
Recent Financial Performance
Alliant Energy currently pays an annualized dividend of $1.92 per share, distributed quarterly. Its last dividend ex-date was October 31, 2024. Below is a long-term dividend history chart for LNT, emphasizing the importance of its stable performance.
Industry Context
LNT operates within the Electric Utilities sector, alongside notable companies like NextEra Energy Inc (NEE) and Southern Company (SO).
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