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AES Announces 5% Increase in Quarterly Dividend

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The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) announced a 5% increase in its quarterly common stock dividend, raising it from $0.1580 to $0.1659 per share. This dividend will be effective in the first quarter of 2023 and is set to be paid on February 15, 2023, to shareholders on record as of February 1, 2023.

This increase reflects AES's commitment to delivering value to its shareholders while continuing its focus on sustainable energy solutions.

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ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) approved an increase of 5% in the Company's quarterly common stock dividend, from $0.1580 per share to $0.1659 per share, beginning in the first quarter of 2023.

The Company's first quarter 2023 common stock dividend of $0.1659 per share is payable on February 15, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 1, 2023.  Additional information regarding dividends paid by AES, including tax treatment, can be found on www.aes.com by selecting "Investors" then "Stock Information" and then "Dividend History."

About AES

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 500 global power company accelerating the future of energy.  Together with our many stakeholders, we're improving lives by delivering the greener, smarter energy solutions the world needs.  Our diverse workforce is committed to continuous innovation and operational excellence, while partnering with our customers on their strategic energy transitions and continuing to meet their energy needs today.  For more information, visit www.aes.com.

Safe Harbor Disclosure

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those related to future earnings, growth and financial and operating performance. Forward-looking statements are not intended to be a guarantee of future results, but instead constitute AES' current expectations based on reasonable assumptions. Forecasted financial information is based on certain material assumptions. These assumptions include, but are not limited to, our expectations regarding accurate projections of future interest rates, commodity price and foreign currency pricing, continued normal levels of operating performance and electricity volume at our distribution companies and operational performance at our generation businesses consistent with historical levels, as well as the execution of PPAs, conversion of our backlog and growth investments at normalized investment levels, rates of return consistent with prior experience and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Actual results could differ materially from those projected in our forward-looking statements due to risks, uncertainties and other factors. Important factors that could affect actual results are discussed in AES' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including, but not limited to, the risks discussed under Item 1A: "Risk Factors" and Item 7: "Management's Discussion & Analysis" in AES' 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K and in subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Readers are encouraged to read AES' filings to learn more about the risk factors associated with AES' business. AES undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except where required by law.

Any Stockholder who desires a copy of the Company's 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 28, 2022 with the SEC may obtain a copy (excluding the exhibits thereto) without charge by addressing a request to the Office of the Corporate Secretary, The AES Corporation, 4300 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22203. Exhibits also may be requested, but a charge equal to the reproduction cost thereof will be made. A copy of the Annual Report on Form 10-K may be obtained by visiting the Company's website at www.aes.com.

Website Disclosure

AES uses its website, including its quarterly updates, as channels of distribution of Company information.  The information AES posts through these channels may be deemed material.  Accordingly, investors should monitor our website, in addition to following AES' press releases, quarterly SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts.  In addition, you may automatically receive e-mail alerts and other information about AES when you enroll your e-mail address by visiting the "Subscribe to Alerts" page of AES' Investors website.  The contents of AES' website, including its quarterly updates, are not, however, incorporated by reference into this release.

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FAQ

What is the new dividend amount for AES in 2023?

The new dividend amount for AES is $0.1659 per share.

When will the new dividend for AES be paid?

The new dividend will be paid on February 15, 2023.

What was the previous dividend amount for AES?

The previous dividend amount for AES was $0.1580 per share.

Who qualifies for the AES dividend payment?

Shareholders on record as of February 1, 2023, qualify for the dividend payment.

How often does AES pay dividends?

AES pays dividends quarterly.

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