BAX — Baxter International Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | BAX | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.22% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -11.45% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | -49.1% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
-50.00%
3-Year Growth
-23.25%
5-Year Growth
-11.45%
10-Year Growth
-8.54%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 27, 2026
Last Payment
Apr 1, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.0100 | 0.00% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0100 | -94.12% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.1700 | -41.38% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2024 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Nov 30, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Aug 31, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 1, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Feb 23, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Dec 1, 2022 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Sep 1, 2022 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 2, 2022 | $0.2900 | +3.57% |
| Feb 24, 2022 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 2, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 3, 2021 | $0.2800 | +14.29% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
57.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.25 | -$315.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.18 | $68.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $-0.09 | $126.00M |
| Q4 2025 | $-2.20 | $444.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Baxter International Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Baxter International Inc. (BAX) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.22%.
What is BAX's dividend yield?
BAX's current dividend yield is 2.22%. The annual dividend is $0.36.
When is BAX's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for BAX has not been announced yet.
How many years has Baxter International Inc. increased its dividend?
Baxter International Inc. has increased its dividend for 0 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.