LNC — Lincoln National Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | LNC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.35% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 2.38% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 32.9% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | -0.5% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
0.00%
5-Year Growth
2.38%
10-Year Growth
8.45%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 10, 2026
Next Payment
May 1, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 12, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 12, 2026 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 10, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2024 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2023 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2023 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 6, 2023 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2023 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2022 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2022 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2022 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 7, 2022 | $0.4500 | +7.14% |
| Oct 7, 2021 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 9, 2021 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
32.9%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $-4.41 | -$272.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $3.88 | $1.01B |
| Q3 2025 | $2.15 | -$1.14B |
| Q4 2025 | $4.04 | $233.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lincoln National Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 5.35%.
What is LNC's dividend yield?
LNC's current dividend yield is 5.35%. The annual dividend is $1.80.
When is LNC's next ex-dividend date?
LNC's next ex-dividend date is Apr 10, 2026.
How many years has Lincoln National Corporation increased its dividend?
Lincoln National 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.