Dividend Grades
vs Basic Materials sector| Metric | ECL | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.08% | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.23% | 6.01% |
| Payout Ratio | 37.9% | 33.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +3.3% | 12.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Basic Materials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
13.56%
3-Year Growth
9.17%
5-Year Growth
7.23%
10-Year Growth
7.18%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 17, 2026
Last Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | $0.7300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 16, 2025 | $0.7300 | +12.31% |
| Sep 16, 2025 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 17, 2025 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 18, 2025 | $0.6500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 17, 2024 | $0.6500 | +14.04% |
| Sep 17, 2024 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Jun 18, 2024 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Mar 18, 2024 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Dec 18, 2023 | $0.5700 | +7.55% |
| Sep 18, 2023 | $0.5300 | 0.00% |
| Jun 16, 2023 | $0.5300 | 0.00% |
| Mar 20, 2023 | $0.5300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 19, 2022 | $0.5300 | +3.92% |
| Sep 19, 2022 | $0.5100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 17, 2022 | $0.5100 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $0.5100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 13, 2021 | $0.5100 | +6.25% |
| Sep 13, 2021 | $0.4800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $0.4800 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
37.9%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
41.4%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.42 | $131.50M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.85 | $485.10M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.06 | $529.70M |
| Q4 2025 | $2.00 | $758.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ecolab Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Ecolab Inc. (ECL) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.08%.
What is ECL's dividend yield?
ECL's current dividend yield is 1.08%. The annual dividend is $2.76.
When is ECL's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for ECL has not been announced yet.
How many years has Ecolab Inc. increased its dividend?
Ecolab Inc. 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.