# Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Energy · Industry: Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Diversified Energy Company PLC, rebranded from Diversified Gas & Oil PLC in May 2021, functions as an autonomous entity that owns and operates active natural gas and crude oil wells. Its main operational base is located within the Appalachian Basin of the United States, but its business activities extend beyond this region. The company handles the full scope of hydrocarbon resource management, from the initial extraction (production) to distribution (marketing) and delivery (transportation) of natural gas, natural gas liquids, crude oil, and condensates. Its extensive holdings include numer...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-26:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $14.44 USD |
| Market Cap | $1.02B |
| P/E (TTM) | 8.20 |
| EPS (TTM) | $1.76 |
| 52-Week Range | $12.33 – $18.90 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 8.03% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 8.03% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $1.16 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $1.16 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 0 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 0.0% / -30.7% / -18.4% / — |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 13.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 31.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 13.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 31.1% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-02 | $0.2900 | 2026-12-31 |
| 2026-08-28 | $0.2900 | 2026-09-30 |
| 2026-05-29 | $0.2900 | 2026-06-30 |
| 2026-02-27 | $0.2900 | 2026-03-31 |
| 2025-12-01 | $0.2900 | 2025-12-31 |
| 2025-08-28 | $0.2899 | 2025-09-30 |
| 2025-05-30 | $0.2900 | 2025-06-30 |
| 2025-02-28 | $0.2900 | 2025-03-31 |
| 2025-01-12 | $0.2900 | — |
| 2024-11-29 | $0.2900 | 2024-12-27 |
| 2024-08-30 | $0.2902 | 2024-09-27 |
| 2024-05-23 | $0.2897 | 2024-06-28 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Diversified Energy Company PLC do?

Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) operates in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production industry within the Energy sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is DEC's market cap?

Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) has a market capitalization of approximately $1.02 billion, as of October 26, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does DEC pay a dividend?

Yes, Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 8.03%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does DEC pay dividends?

Diversified Energy Company PLC pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $1.16 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 DEC's payout ratio?

Diversified Energy Company PLC'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/dec
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/dec/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/dec/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/dec/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/dec/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/dec/peers

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