Top-Rated Dividend StocksTop-Rated DividendNYSE:NGG National Grid (NGG) Stock Price, News & Analysis $63.62 +0.97 (+1.55%) (As of 07/26/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$63.14▼$63.6850-Day Range$55.49▼$72.6952-Week Range$55.13▼$73.40Volume519,174 shsAverage Volume555,601 shsMarket Capitalization$50.48 billionP/E RatioN/ADividend Yield7.76%Price TargetN/A Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestTrends Get National Grid alerts: Email Address National Grid MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingN/AUpside/DownsideN/AShort InterestHealthy0.14% of Shares Sold ShortDividend StrengthWeakBased on Four FactorsSustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.21Based on 8 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings Growth6.39%From $4.54 to $4.83 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.0.39 out of 5 starsUtilities Sector89th out of 90 stocksNatural Gas Transmission Industry18th out of 18 stocks N/A Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingThere is not enough analysis data for National Grid.Read more about National Grid's stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted0.14% of the outstanding shares of National Grid have been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverNational Grid has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in National Grid has recently increased by 25.87%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 1.7 Dividend Strength Dividend LeadershipNational Grid is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 7.98%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.Dividend GrowthNational Grid does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend SustainabilityBased on EPS estimates, National Grid will have a dividend payout ratio of 102.28% in the coming year. This indicates that National Grid may not be able to sustain their current dividend.Read more about National Grid's dividend. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for NGG. Previous Next 1.8 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentNational Grid has a news sentiment score of 0.21. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.39 average news sentiment score of Utilities companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 8 news articles for National Grid this week, compared to 5 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 13 people have searched for NGG on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -46% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 11 people have added National Grid to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 0.0 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, National Grid insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InstitutionsOnly 4.68% of the stock of National Grid is held by institutions.Read more about National Grid's insider trading history. Previous Next 0.6 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for National Grid are expected to grow by 6.39% in the coming year, from $4.54 to $4.83 per share.Price to Earnings Growth RatioNational Grid has a PEG Ratio of 5.67. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioNational Grid has a P/B Ratio of 1.34. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Behind the MarketsJ.P. Morgan’s DIRE WarningWhen the largest bank in the U.S. says a crisis is coming - you NEED to listen. The Wall Street Journal warns, "America's bonds are getting harder to sell."Click here to see why Wall Street is in PANIC mode >>> About National Grid Stock (NYSE:NGG)National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and gas. The company operates through UK Electricity Transmission, UK Electricity Distribution, UK Electricity System Operator, New England, New York, National Grid Ventures, and Other segments. The UK Electricity Transmission segment provides electricity transmission and construction work services in England and Wales. The UK Electricity Distribution segment offers electricity distribution services in Midlands, and South West of England and South Wales. The UK Electricity System Operator segment provides balancing services for supply and demand of electricity on Great Britain's electricity transmission system; and acts as an agent on behalf of transmission operators. The New England segment offers electricity and gas distribution, and electricity transmission services in New England. The New York segment provides electricity and gas distribution, and electricity transmission services in New York. The National Grid Ventures segment provides transmission services through electricity interconnectors and LNG importation at the Isle of Grain, as well as sale of renewables projects. The Other segment engages in the leasing and sale of commercial property, as well as insurance activities in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.Read More NGG Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart NGG Stock News HeadlinesJuly 26 at 1:31 AM | americanbankingnews.comNational Grid plc (NYSE:NGG) Given Consensus Rating of "Buy" by AnalystsJuly 24 at 1:32 PM | msn.comNational Grid partner with Warm Welcome to boost access to community spaces in NorthamptonshireJuly 27, 2024 | Porter & Company (Ad)Kiss of death from Joe BidenI did not consent. You did not consent. It’s in direct violation of the U.S. Constitution but they do not care.July 24 at 3:30 AM | msn.comNational Grid staff volunteer with St John Ambulance CymruJuly 22, 2024 | msn.comNational Grid issue safety plea of ‘look out, look up’ to farmers in DerbyshireJuly 22, 2024 | msn.comNational Grid restores power after storms; some customers may be reimbursed for lossesJuly 20, 2024 | msn.comColleges, National Grid provide aid amid power outagesJune 12, 2024 | benzinga.comTop 2 Utilities Stocks That May Rocket Higher In JuneJuly 27, 2024 | Porter & Company (Ad)Kiss of death from Joe BidenI did not consent. You did not consent. It’s in direct violation of the U.S. Constitution but they do not care.June 7, 2024 | seekingalpha.comNational Grid: Rights Issue Highlights Lack Of CompoundingJune 6, 2024 | investorplace.com3 Sorry Utilities Stocks to Sell Now While You Still Can: Summer EditionMay 29, 2024 | msn.comWhy National Grid is asking for such a big hike in electric and gas ratesMay 29, 2024 | msn.comNational Grid proposes double-digit rate hikes for gas and electric: What you need to knowMay 29, 2024 | msn.comNational Grid plc (NYSE:NGG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptMay 28, 2024 | msn.comNational Grid seeks whopping double-digit rate hikes for electricity and gasMay 28, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comIn the wake of National Grid plc's (LON:NG.) latest UK£9.0b market cap drop, institutional owners may be forced to take severe actionsMay 27, 2024 | oilprice.comDid Investors Overreact to National Grid’s Shock Announcement?May 24, 2024 | businesswire.comNational Grid Recognizes Runwise - Top ProNet Partner in 2023 For Energy ConservationSee More Headlines Receive NGG Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for National Grid and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Ex-Dividend for 7/19 Dividend6/07/2024Dividend Payable7/19/2024Today7/27/2024Fiscal Year End3/31/2025Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorUtilities Industry Natural gas transmission Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNYSE:NGG CUSIPN/A CIK1004315 Webwww.nationalgrid.com Phone442070043000Fax011-44-20-7004-3004Employees31,425Year Founded1990Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A Trailing P/E RatioN/A Forward P/E Ratio14.01 P/E Growth5.67Net IncomeN/A Net MarginsN/A Pretax MarginN/A Return on EquityN/A Return on AssetsN/A Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.41 Current Ratio0.91 Quick Ratio0.84 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$19.85 billion Price / Sales2.54 Cash Flow$7.92 per share Price / Cash Flow8.03 Book Value$47.36 per share Price / Book1.34Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares793,428,000Free FloatN/AMarket Cap$50.48 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.61 Social Links The Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks for 2024Looking to generate income with your stock portfolio? Use these ten stocks to generate a safe and reliable source of investment income.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. John Pettigrew FEI (Age 56)FIET, CEO & Executive Director Comp: $2.99MMr. Andrew Jonathan Agg (Age 55)CFO & Executive Director Comp: $1.94MMr. Shannon J. SolandInterim Group Chief Information & Digital OfficerMr. Nicholas James Ashworth C.F.A.Director of Investor RelationsMs. Justine Campbell (Age 54)Group General Counsel & Company Secretary Mr. William SerleChief People & Culture OfficerMr. David WrightGroup Chief EngineerMs. Alice Kyne Delahunty (Age 43)President of UK Electricity Transmission Mr. Benjamin Hollis Wilson (Age 50)Chief Strategy & Regulation Officer Ms. Sarah Orban SalatiChief Commercial Officer of NGV North East TeamMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsEnterprise Products PartnersNYSE:EPDEnergy TransferNYSE:ETWilliams CompaniesNYSE:WMBKinder MorganNYSE:KMITC EnergyNYSE:TRPView All CompetitorsInstitutional OwnershipBank of New York Mellon CorpBought 83,310 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.020%Lester Murray Antman dba SimplyRichSold 3,183 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.002%Summit Securities Group LLCBought 7,530 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.001%Bailard Inc.Bought 217 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.001%Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLCBought 850 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.000%View All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy National Grid Stock? NGG Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in National Grid plc: National Grid plc has received multiple analyst upgrades, indicating positive sentiment and potential for growth in the stock price. Institutional investors have been increasing their stakes in National Grid, reflecting confidence in the company's future performance. The company has a diverse business model operating in various segments, providing stability and potential for revenue growth. Recent acquisitions and stake increases by financial advisors suggest a positive outlook for the company's financial health and growth prospects. The current stock price of National Grid plc is showing a slight increase, indicating potential upward momentum in the near term. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in National Grid plc for these reasons: While the company has seen analyst upgrades, there is always a level of uncertainty in the market that could impact stock performance. Ownership by institutional investors can sometimes lead to volatility in the stock price due to large-scale buying or selling activities. Regulatory changes in the energy sector could affect National Grid's operations and profitability, posing a risk to investors. Market conditions and economic factors can influence the utility sector, impacting National Grid's financial performance and stock price. Investors should consider the debt-to-equity ratio of National Grid plc, as high debt levels can pose risks during economic downturns or interest rate hikes. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, July 5, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these National Grid pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. NGG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have NGG shares performed this year? National Grid's stock was trading at $67.99 at the start of the year. Since then, NGG stock has decreased by 6.4% and is now trading at $63.62. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Who are National Grid's major shareholders? National Grid's top institutional shareholders include Raymond James & Associates (0.16%), Hennessy Advisors Inc. (0.02%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.02%) and QRG Capital Management Inc. (0.01%). How do I buy shares of National Grid? Shares of NGG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of National Grid own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that National Grid investors own include National Grid (NG), AT&T (T), Verizon Communications (VZ), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Pfizer (PFE), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Intel (INTC). This page (NYSE:NGG) was last updated on 7/27/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff From Our Partners625,000% GainImagine swapping your daily coffee expense for a future free of financial worries. It might seem far-fetche...Crypto Swap Profits | Sponsored“Generational Bull Run” IncomingLIVE Cash Flow Workshop Event / Hosted Virtually Weds @ 7PM EST Everyone who attends will also receive 3 sp...Unstoppable Prosperity | SponsoredNext opportunity for crypto millionsThe Bitcoin halving is the #1 creator of "crypto millionaires". That's because historically, every halving has...Crypto 101 Media | Sponsoredtop AI stock (it’s not MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN or AAPL)AI was by far the biggest tech investing trend right now. 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