# Avista Corporation (AVA): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Utilities · Industry: Diversified Utilities
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Avista Corporation operates as an energy utility, conducting business through its various subsidiaries. Its operations are divided into two primary segments: Avista Utilities and AEL&P. The Avista Utilities division is responsible for electric distribution and transmission, as well as natural gas distribution services, across parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho. It also delivers natural gas services to areas of northeastern and southwestern Oregon. Additionally, this segment generates electricity in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana, and engages in the wholesale buying and s...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $37.64 USD |
| Market Cap | $3.15B |
| P/E (TTM) | 13.59 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.77 |
| 52-Week Range | $34.46 – $43.50 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 5.23% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 5.23% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $1.97 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $1.97 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 24 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 0.5% / 2.3% / 3.1% / 3.7% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 70.7% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | -156.9% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 70.9% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | -157.3% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-18 | $0.4925 | 2026-09-14 |
| 2026-05-19 | $0.4925 | 2026-06-12 |
| 2026-02-25 | $0.4925 | 2026-03-13 |
| 2025-11-24 | $0.4900 | 2025-12-15 |
| 2025-08-19 | $0.4900 | 2025-09-15 |
| 2025-05-13 | $0.4900 | 2025-06-13 |
| 2025-02-26 | $0.4900 | 2025-03-14 |
| 2024-11-26 | $0.4750 | 2024-12-13 |
| 2024-08-22 | $0.4750 | 2024-09-13 |
| 2024-05-22 | $0.4750 | 2024-06-14 |
| 2024-02-22 | $0.4750 | 2024-03-15 |
| 2023-11-16 | $0.4600 | 2023-12-15 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Avista Corporation do?

Avista Corporation (AVA) operates in the Diversified Utilities industry within the Utilities sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is AVA's market cap?

Avista Corporation (AVA) has a market capitalization of approximately $3.15 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does AVA pay a dividend?

Yes, Avista Corporation (AVA) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 5.23%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does AVA pay dividends?

Avista Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $1.97 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is AVA's payout ratio?

Avista Corporation's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ava/peers

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