ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- On April 24, 2015, The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) announced that it had declared a quarterly common stock dividend of 10 cents per share payable May 15, 2015. The second quarter dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 5, 2015, not May 1, 2015, as previously announced. There is no change to the payment date of May 15, 2015.

Additional information regarding dividends paid by AES, including tax treatment, can be found on www.aes.com by selecting “Investors” and then “Dividend History.”

About AES

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 200 global power company. We provide affordable, sustainable energy to 18 countries through our diverse portfolio of distribution businesses as well as thermal and renewable generation facilities. Our workforce of 18,500 people is committed to operational excellence and meeting the world’s changing power needs. Our 2014 revenues were $17 billion and we own and manage $39 billion in total assets. Follow AES on Twitter @TheAESCorp.

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 the Offering and the Repurchase. Forward-looking statements are not intended to be a guarantee of future results, but instead constitute AES’ current expectations based on reasonable assumptions. Consummation of the Offering and the Repurchase are subject to risks and uncertainties, such as our continued eligibility to use our shelf registration statement, our ability to fund the Repurchase and general economic conditions and other risks and uncertainties 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’ 2014 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.

Any stockholder who desires a copy of the Company’s 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K dated on or about February 26, 2015 with the SEC may obtain a copy (excluding Exhibits) 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 Form 10-K may be obtained by visiting the Company’s website at www.aes.com.

Source: The AES Corporation