# TransAlta Corporation (TAC): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Utilities · Industry: Independent Power Producers
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

TransAlta Corporation specializes in the ownership, operation, and expansion of a diverse array of electricity generation facilities, with a geographical presence spanning Canada, the United States, and Australia. The company's activities are organized into four key divisions: Hydro, Wind and Solar, Gas, and Energy Transition. Within its portfolio, TransAlta operates plants powered by hydroelectric, wind, solar, natural gas, and even coal. Beyond generating power, TransAlta is active in the wholesale trading of electricity, energy commodities, and financial derivatives. Its operations also...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $12.22 USD |
| Market Cap | $3.87B |
| P/E (TTM) | 117.05 |
| EPS (TTM) | $0.10 |
| 52-Week Range | $11.38 – $17.88 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 1.60% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 1.60% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $0.20 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $0.20 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 7 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 6.3% / 7.5% / 7.1% / 5.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | -567.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 28.7% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | -593.9% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 30.1% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | $0.0503 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2026-06-01 | $0.0506 | 2026-07-01 |
| 2026-02-27 | $0.0477 | 2026-04-01 |
| 2025-12-01 | $0.0465 | 2026-01-01 |
| 2025-08-29 | $0.0473 | 2025-10-01 |
| 2025-05-30 | $0.0458 | 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-02-28 | $0.0417 | 2025-04-01 |
| 2024-11-29 | $0.0428 | 2025-01-01 |
| 2024-08-30 | $0.0445 | 2024-10-01 |
| 2024-05-31 | $0.0440 | 2024-07-01 |
| 2024-02-29 | $0.0442 | 2024-04-01 |
| 2023-11-30 | $0.0407 | 2024-01-01 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does TransAlta Corporation do?

TransAlta Corporation (TAC) operates in the Independent Power Producers industry within the Utilities sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is TAC's market cap?

TransAlta Corporation (TAC) has a market capitalization of approximately $3.87 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does TAC pay a dividend?

Yes, TransAlta Corporation (TAC) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 1.60%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does TAC pay dividends?

TransAlta Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $0.20 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 TAC's payout ratio?

TransAlta 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/tac
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/tac/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/tac/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/tac/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/tac/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/tac/peers

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