Cheniere Energy (NYSE: LNG) sets $0.555 per share quarterly dividend
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Cheniere Energy, Inc. declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per common share. The dividend will be paid on May 19, 2026 to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on May 11, 2026. This continues the company’s practice of returning cash to shareholders through regular dividends.
The company describes itself as a leading U.S. producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas, with large liquefaction facilities at Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi and significant additional capacity under construction.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 7.01, 9.01
2 items
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Quarterly dividend: $0.555 per share
Dividend payment date: May 19, 2026
Dividend record date: May 11, 2026
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5 metrics
Quarterly dividend
$0.555 per share
Declared cash dividend on common stock
Dividend payment date
May 19, 2026
Date dividend will be paid to shareholders
Dividend record date
May 11, 2026
Shareholders of record date for dividend eligibility
LNG production capacity in operation
Over 53 mtpa
Liquefaction capacity at Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi
LNG capacity under construction
Approximately 8 mtpa
Expected additional liquefaction capacity
Key Terms
quarterly cash dividend, Regulation FD Disclosure, liquefied natural gas, forward-looking statements, +1 more
5 terms
quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per share"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure"
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
liquefied natural gas technical
"leading producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”)"
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled into a liquid so it can be shipped and stored more easily—think of it like condensing a bulky gas into a compact, refrigerated form for transport. It matters to investors because LNG supply, shipping capacity, and long-term contracts influence energy prices, company revenues, and exposure to geopolitical or infrastructure risks, much like how a clogged highway can delay deliveries and raise costs.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This press release contains certain statements that may include “forward-looking statements”"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
production capacity financial
"with total production capacity of over 53 million tonnes per annum"
Production capacity is the maximum amount of goods or services a factory, plant, or company can produce in a given time under normal operating conditions, usually expressed per day, month or year. Think of it like the number of seats in a theater or the flow from a faucet: it sets the limit on how much can be sold. For investors, capacity shows potential revenue, reveals whether a company can meet demand or needs new investment, and highlights risks of idle assets or bottlenecks.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2026
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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
On April 28, 2026, Cheniere Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per share payable on May 19, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 11, 2026. The Company’s press release announcing the dividend is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this report and is incorporated herein by reference.
The information included in this Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including the attached Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits
| Exhibit No. | Description | |||||||
99.1* | Press Release, dated April 28, 2026 | |||||||
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) | |||||||
* Furnished herewith.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| CHENIERE ENERGY, INC. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: | April 28, 2026 | By: | /s/ Zach Davis | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Name: | Zach Davis | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Title: | Executive Vice President and | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Chief Financial Officer | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Exhibit 99.1
CHENIERE ENERGY, INC. NEWS RELEASE
Cheniere Declares Quarterly Dividend
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere”) (NYSE: LNG) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per common share payable on May 19, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 11, 2026.
About Cheniere
Cheniere Energy, Inc. is the leading producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) in the United States, reliably providing a clean, secure, and affordable solution to the growing global need for natural gas. Cheniere is a full-service LNG provider, with capabilities that include gas procurement and transportation, liquefaction, vessel chartering, and LNG delivery. Cheniere has one of the largest liquefaction platforms in the world, consisting of the Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi liquefaction facilities on the U.S. Gulf Coast, with total production capacity of over 53 million tonnes per annum (“mtpa”) of LNG in operation and an additional approximately 8 mtpa of expected production capacity under construction. Cheniere is also pursuing liquefaction expansion opportunities and other projects along the LNG value chain. Cheniere is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and has additional offices in London, Singapore, Beijing, Tokyo, Dubai and Washington, D.C.
For additional information, please refer to the Cheniere website at www.cheniere.com and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain statements that may include “forward-looking statements” within the meanings of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical or present facts or conditions, included herein are “forward-looking statements.” Included among “forward-looking statements” are, among other things, (i) statements regarding Cheniere’s financial and operational guidance, business strategy, plans and objectives, including the development, construction and operation of liquefaction facilities, (ii) statements regarding regulatory authorization and approval expectations, (iii) statements expressing beliefs and expectations regarding the development of Cheniere’s LNG terminal and pipeline businesses, including liquefaction facilities, (iv) statements regarding the business operations and prospects of third-parties, (v) statements regarding potential financing arrangements, (vi) statements regarding future discussions and entry into contracts, (vii) statements relating to Cheniere’s capital deployment, including intent, ability, extent, and timing of capital expenditures, debt repayment, dividends, share repurchases and execution on the capital allocation plan, and (viii) statements relating to our goals, commitments and strategies in relation to environmental matters. Although Cheniere believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Cheniere’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in Cheniere’s periodic reports that are filed with and available from the Securities and Exchange Commission. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Other than as required under the securities laws, Cheniere does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.
Contacts
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
Investors | |||||
| Randy Bhatia | 713-375-5479 | ||||
| Frances Smith | 713-375-5753 | ||||
Media Relations | |||||
| Randy Bhatia | 713-375-5479 | ||||
| Bernardo Fallas | 713-375-5593 | ||||
FAQ
What dividend did Cheniere Energy (LNG) declare in this 8-K?
Cheniere Energy declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.555 per common share. This payment reflects the company’s ongoing policy of returning capital to shareholders through regular cash dividends on its common stock.
When is the Cheniere Energy (LNG) dividend record date and payment date?
The dividend is payable on May 19, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 11, 2026. Investors must be on the company’s books by the record date to receive this quarterly cash dividend.
What type of filing did Cheniere Energy (LNG) use to disclose the dividend?
Cheniere Energy used an Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure in a Form 8-K to announce the dividend. The related press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is not deemed filed for liability purposes under certain securities laws.
How does Cheniere Energy (LNG) describe its core business in this filing?
Cheniere describes itself as the leading U.S. producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG). It operates major liquefaction facilities at Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi and offers full-service LNG solutions from gas procurement to LNG delivery.
What LNG production capacity does Cheniere Energy (LNG) highlight?
Cheniere highlights total LNG production capacity of over 53 million tonnes per annum currently in operation. It also notes approximately 8 mtpa of additional expected production capacity under construction at its U.S. Gulf Coast liquefaction facilities.