Dividend history
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
CNQ.TO
Recent payments
$0.6250CAD
Ex: Sep 11, 2026
Pay: Oct 2
$0.6250CAD
Ex: Jun 23, 2026
$0.6250CAD
Ex: Mar 20, 2026
$0.5880CAD
Ex: Dec 12, 2025
Pay: Jan 6
$0.5880CAD
Ex: Sep 19, 2025
Pay: Oct 3
$0.5880CAD
Ex: Jun 13, 2025
Pay: Jul 3
$0.5880CAD
Ex: Mar 21, 2025
Pay: Apr 4
$0.5630CAD
Ex: Dec 13, 2024
Pay: Jan 3
$0.5250CAD
Ex: Sep 13, 2024
Pay: Oct 4
$0.5250CAD
Ex: Jun 17, 2024
Pay: Jul 5
What the Ex-Dividend Date Means for Investors
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ.TO) went ex-dividend on September 11, 2026. If you bought shares on or after this date, you won’t receive the upcoming dividend payment. The company declared a quarterly dividend of CA$0.625 CAD, which will be paid on October 2, 2026.
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Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
CNQ.TO
CNQ.TO
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$145.95B
P/E
12.6x
Div. yield
3.47%
Div. / share
$2.42
52W high
$72.08
52W low
$39.97
1W change
+2.71%
Beta
0.94
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering CNQ · as of Oct 13, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast CNQ stock price to rise 3.0% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$72.90
+3.0% Upside
Previously C$72.57 on Oct 8, 2026
Current Price
C$70.80
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on CNQ's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
24.3%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
29.3%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$84.64
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$75.14 | C$69.09 – C$81.72 |
| 60 trading days | C$79.75 | C$70.82 – C$89.80 |
| 90 trading days | C$84.64 | C$73.19 – C$97.89 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Investor Takeaway: For shareholders of Canadian Natural Resources Ltd, the ex-dividend date is important. Only those who owned shares before this date are eligible for the dividend. This is a common practice in the stock market to ensure that dividends go to those who held the stock prior to the cut-off date.
Dividend Details
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd has a market cap of CA$144.18 billion and a trailing yield of 3.50%.
Understanding Ex-Dividend Dates
The ex-dividend date is the deadline for shareholders to qualify for a dividend payment. If you buy shares on or after this date, you won’t receive the declared dividend. This date matters for investors who count on dividends for income. In this case, only those who owned shares before September 11, 2026, will receive the CA$0.625 dividend.
Dividend Payment Timeline
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After the ex-dividend date, the next important date is the payment date. For Canadian Natural Resources Ltd, the CA$0.625 dividend will be paid on October 2, 2026. This timeline helps investors know when to expect their dividends, which is especially relevant for those holding shares in registered accounts like a TFSA or RRSP.
Company Overview
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd is one of the largest independent crude oil and natural gas producers globally. With a market capitalization of about CA$144.18 billion, the company has a strong foothold in the energy sector. It has a track record of consistent dividend payments, with 13 payments over the past three years and five increases, showing its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | CNQ.TO |
| Amount | CA$0.625 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-09-11 |
| Record | 2026-09-11 |
| Payment | 2026-10-02 |
| Declared | 2026-08-06 |
| Trailing yield | 3.50% |
| Stock page | CNQ.TO dividend history |
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