DGX — Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | DGX | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.64% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.35% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | 36.6% | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +18.5% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
6.42%
3-Year Growth
6.61%
5-Year Growth
7.35%
10-Year Growth
7.92%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 6, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 20, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 13, 2026
Last Payment
Jan 28, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2026 | $0.8600 | +7.50% |
| Jan 13, 2026 | $0.8000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 3, 2025 | $0.8000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2025 | $0.8000 | 0.00% |
| Apr 7, 2025 | $0.8000 | +6.67% |
| Jan 14, 2025 | $0.7500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 4, 2024 | $0.7500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2024 | $0.7500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 5, 2024 | $0.7500 | +5.63% |
| Jan 16, 2024 | $0.7100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 5, 2023 | $0.7100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2023 | $0.7100 | 0.00% |
| Apr 6, 2023 | $0.7100 | +7.58% |
| Jan 17, 2023 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Oct 3, 2022 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 5, 2022 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 5, 2022 | $0.6600 | +6.45% |
| Jan 18, 2022 | $0.6200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 4, 2021 | $0.6200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 6, 2021 | $0.6200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
36.6%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
26.4%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.97 | $197.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.51 | $436.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.18 | $419.00M |
| Q4 2025 | $2.21 | $307.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Quest Diagnostics Incorporated pay a dividend?
Yes, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.64%.
What is DGX's dividend yield?
DGX's current dividend yield is 1.64%. The annual dividend is $3.20.
When is DGX's next ex-dividend date?
DGX's next ex-dividend date is Apr 6, 2026.
How many years has Quest Diagnostics Incorporated increased its dividend?
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated has increased its dividend for 14 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.