UNH — UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | UNH | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.21% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 12.57% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | 67.0% | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | -43.5% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
6.72%
3-Year Growth
10.90%
5-Year Growth
12.57%
10-Year Growth
16.63%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 9, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 17, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2026 | $2.2100 | 0.00% |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $2.2100 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $2.2100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 16, 2025 | $2.2100 | +5.24% |
| Mar 10, 2025 | $2.1000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 9, 2024 | $2.1000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $2.1000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 17, 2024 | $2.1000 | +11.70% |
| Mar 8, 2024 | $1.8800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 1, 2023 | $1.8800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 8, 2023 | $1.8800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 15, 2023 | $1.8800 | +13.94% |
| Mar 10, 2023 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2022 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 9, 2022 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 16, 2022 | $1.6500 | +13.79% |
| Mar 11, 2022 | $1.4500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 3, 2021 | $1.4500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 10, 2021 | $1.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 18, 2021 | $1.4500 | +16.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
67.0%
ModerateFCF Payout Ratio
49.9%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $6.90 | $4.56B |
| Q2 2025 | $3.76 | $6.30B |
| Q3 2025 | $2.59 | $5.05B |
| Q4 2025 | $0.01 | $160.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UnitedHealth Group Incorporated pay a dividend?
Yes, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.21%.
What is UNH's dividend yield?
UNH's current dividend yield is 3.21%. The annual dividend is $8.84.
When is UNH's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for UNH has not been announced yet.
How many years has UnitedHealth Group Incorporated increased its dividend?
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated has increased its dividend for 16 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.