Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | AFL | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.21% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 15.68% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 34.3% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +0.3% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
16.00%
3-Year Growth
13.19%
5-Year Growth
15.68%
10-Year Growth
3.92%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 18, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2026 | $0.6100 | +5.17% |
| Nov 19, 2025 | $0.5800 | 0.00% |
| Aug 20, 2025 | $0.5800 | 0.00% |
| May 21, 2025 | $0.5800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 19, 2025 | $0.5800 | +16.00% |
| Nov 20, 2024 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 21, 2024 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| May 21, 2024 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Feb 20, 2024 | $0.5000 | +19.05% |
| Nov 14, 2023 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Aug 22, 2023 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| May 16, 2023 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Feb 14, 2023 | $0.4200 | +5.00% |
| Nov 15, 2022 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 23, 2022 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| May 17, 2022 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Feb 15, 2022 | $0.4000 | +21.21% |
| Nov 16, 2021 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Aug 17, 2021 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| May 18, 2021 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
34.3%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
48.9%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.05 | $589.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.12 | $399.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $3.09 | $1.25B |
| Q4 2025 | $2.62 | $315.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Aflac Incorporated pay a dividend?
Yes, Aflac Incorporated (AFL) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.21%.
What is AFL's dividend yield?
AFL's current dividend yield is 2.21%. The annual dividend is $2.35.
When is AFL's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for AFL has not been announced yet.
How many years has Aflac Incorporated increased its dividend?
Aflac Incorporated has increased its dividend for 6 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.