Evergy stock supported by analyst targets and steady dividend yield
Published on 09/01/2026 at 18:40 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Evergy Inc. stock (ISIN US30034W1064) is trading near 81.02 dollars as of September 1, 2026, giving the regulated utility a defensive profile in the US power sector with a dividend yield around 3.4 percent based on recent payouts.
Analyst targets frame upside for Evergy
According to data compiled by MarketBeat on September 1, 2026, Evergy stock carries a consensus rating described as Moderate Buy, with eight Buy recommendations and three Hold ratings from covering analysts.
The same overview shows a consensus price target of 90.60 dollars for Evergy shares, implying an upside of about 11.8 percent from the recent opening price of 81.02 dollars as of the latest trading day.
For investors, this spread between the current price level and the analyst target range offers a quantified view of potential capital appreciation on top of the utility's income stream.
Dividend yield and income profile
Per the dividend information cited in the MarketBeat data set, Evergy declared a quarterly dividend of 0.695 dollars per share for shareholders of record on August 18, with payment scheduled for September 18, 2026.
On an annualized basis, this payout level corresponds to 2.78 dollars per share, which translates into a dividend yield of around 3.4 percent when measured against the recent share price near 81.02 dollars.
The combination of a mid-single-digit yield and regulated cash flows is typical for US utilities and can be attractive for investors seeking income stability in a higher-rate environment.
Further Evergy stock information
Investors can find more detailed quotes, news and filings on Evergy shares as well as broader sector comparisons in the dedicated topic section and on the companys Investor Relations page.
Evergy customer base and regional footprint
Evergy Inc. operates as a regulated electric utility serving customers in Kansas and Missouri, focusing on electricity generation, transmission and distribution in its regional service territory.
The group supplies power to residential, commercial and industrial customers, with demand patterns heavily influenced by weather, economic activity and regional growth trends across the Midwest.
In addition to traditional generation assets, Evergy has been investing in grid modernization and renewable energy projects to align with evolving regulatory requirements and customer expectations around sustainability.
Evergy stock price and market context
Evergy shares trade primarily on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker EVRG, with the recent quote of 81.02 dollars as of early September 2026 reflecting a defensive valuation profile within the wider US utility sector.
The current price level sits below typical long-term analyst targets around 90.60 dollars, underscoring that the stock is not at a 52-week high and leaving room within the expected trading range.
For investors, the combination of regulated earnings, a 3.4 percent dividend yield and moderate upside to consensus price targets helps frame Evergy stock as a balanced income and total-return holding rather than a high-growth story.
Evergy stock key data
- Company: Evergy Inc.
- ISIN: US30034W1064
- Ticker: EVRG
- Trading venue: New York Stock Exchange
- Price (as of September 1, 2026): 81.02 USD
- Market capitalization: [value] USD (as of September 1, 2026)
- Sector / Industry: Utilities / Electric
- Index membership: S&P 500
