COST — Costco Wholesale Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | COST | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.53% | 3.02% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 12.97% | 4.46% |
| Payout Ratio | 27.8% | 57.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 20 |
| 1Y Total Return | +7.5% | 0.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
12.44%
3-Year Growth
13.18%
5-Year Growth
12.97%
10-Year Growth
12.52%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 30, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| May 2, 2025 | $1.3000 | +12.07% |
| Feb 7, 2025 | $1.1600 | 0.00% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $1.1600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 26, 2024 | $1.1600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 25, 2024 | $1.1600 | +13.73% |
| Feb 1, 2024 | $1.0200 | -93.20% |
| Dec 27, 2023 | $15.0000 | +1370.59% |
| Nov 2, 2023 | $1.0200 | 0.00% |
| Aug 24, 2023 | $1.0200 | 0.00% |
| May 4, 2023 | $1.0200 | +13.33% |
| Feb 2, 2023 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 27, 2022 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 28, 2022 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Apr 28, 2022 | $0.9000 | +13.92% |
| Feb 3, 2022 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 28, 2021 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 29, 2021 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
27.8%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
24.6%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $4.51 | $3.16B |
| Q1 2025 | $4.05 | $2.00B |
| Q3 2025 | $4.29 | $2.33B |
| Q4 2025 | $5.88 | $1.90B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Costco Wholesale Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.53%.
What is COST's dividend yield?
COST's current dividend yield is 0.53%. The annual dividend is $5.20.
When is COST's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for COST has not been announced yet.
How many years has Costco Wholesale Corporation increased its dividend?
Costco Wholesale Corporation has increased its dividend for 21 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.