CVS — CVS Health Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | CVS | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.72% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 5.87% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +10.3% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
6.53%
5-Year Growth
5.87%
10-Year Growth
6.63%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 23, 2026
Next Payment
May 4, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 22, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2026 | $0.6700 | +0.75% |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Oct 23, 2025 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Jan 23, 2025 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Jul 22, 2024 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Apr 19, 2024 | $0.6650 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2024 | $0.6650 | +9.92% |
| Oct 19, 2023 | $0.6050 | 0.00% |
| Jul 20, 2023 | $0.6050 | 0.00% |
| Apr 20, 2023 | $0.6050 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2023 | $0.6050 | +10.00% |
| Oct 20, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 21, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 21, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 20, 2022 | $0.5500 | +10.00% |
| Oct 21, 2021 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 22, 2021 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
89.2%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.41 | $3.81B |
| Q2 2025 | $0.81 | $1.29B |
| Q3 2025 | $-3.13 | $98.00M |
| Q1 2024 | $0.88 | $4.20B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CVS Health Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, CVS Health Corporation (CVS) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.72%.
What is CVS's dividend yield?
CVS's current dividend yield is 3.72%. The annual dividend is $2.66.
When is CVS's next ex-dividend date?
CVS's next ex-dividend date is Apr 23, 2026.
How many years has CVS Health Corporation increased its dividend?
CVS Health Corporation 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.