Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | BDX | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.71% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 5.44% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | 68.2% | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | -30.3% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
7.20%
3-Year Growth
5.81%
5-Year Growth
5.44%
10-Year Growth
5.42%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 10, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 31, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2026 | $1.0500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $1.0500 | +0.96% |
| Sep 8, 2025 | $1.0400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 9, 2025 | $1.0400 | 0.00% |
| Mar 10, 2025 | $1.0400 | 0.00% |
| Dec 9, 2024 | $1.0400 | +9.47% |
| Sep 9, 2024 | $0.9500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 10, 2024 | $0.9500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 7, 2024 | $0.9500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 7, 2023 | $0.9500 | +4.40% |
| Sep 7, 2023 | $0.9100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 8, 2023 | $0.9100 | 0.00% |
| Mar 9, 2023 | $0.9100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 8, 2022 | $0.9100 | +4.60% |
| Sep 8, 2022 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Jun 8, 2022 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Mar 9, 2022 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Dec 9, 2021 | $0.8700 | +4.82% |
| Sep 8, 2021 | $0.8300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 8, 2021 | $0.8300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
68.2%
ModerateFCF Payout Ratio
45.4%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.34 | $549.00M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.05 | $588.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.07 | $35.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.00 | $1.04B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Becton, Dickinson and Company pay a dividend?
Yes, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.71%.
What is BDX's dividend yield?
BDX's current dividend yield is 2.71%. The annual dividend is $4.18.
When is BDX's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for BDX has not been announced yet.
How many years has Becton, Dickinson and Company increased its dividend?
Becton, Dickinson and Company has increased its dividend for 22 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.