CSX — CSX Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | CSX | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.39% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -12.94% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 34.6% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +30.5% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
8.33%
3-Year Growth
9.14%
5-Year Growth
-12.94%
10-Year Growth
-2.93%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 27, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.1400 | +7.69% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.1300 | +8.33% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2024 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Feb 28, 2024 | $0.1200 | +9.09% |
| Nov 29, 2023 | $0.1100 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2023 | $0.1100 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2023 | $0.1100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 27, 2023 | $0.1100 | +10.00% |
| Nov 29, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Feb 25, 2022 | $0.1000 | +7.14% |
| Nov 29, 2021 | $0.0933 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2021 | $0.0933 | -66.67% |
| May 27, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
34.6%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
25.1%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.34 | $536.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.44 | -$141.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.37 | $2.83B |
| Q4 2025 | $0.38 | $709.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CSX Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, CSX Corporation (CSX) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.39%.
What is CSX's dividend yield?
CSX's current dividend yield is 1.39%. The annual dividend is $0.53.
When is CSX's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CSX has not been announced yet.
How many years has CSX Corporation increased its dividend?
CSX Corporation has increased its dividend for 3 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.