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FirstEnergy Corp. Declares Increased Common Stock Dividend of 46.5 Cents Per Share
The Board of Directors of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today declared a quarterly dividend of 46.5 cents per share of outstanding common stock payable June 1, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 7, 2026. This represents a 4.5% increase from the company's previous quarterly dividend.
About this update from Firstenergy Corp.
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