AMAT — Applied Materials, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Technology sector| Metric | AMAT | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.52% | 1.45% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 15.39% | 7.72% |
| Payout Ratio | 18.9% | 26.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 22 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +135.2% | 9.9% |
Grades compare this stock to Technology sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
17.11%
3-Year Growth
20.39%
5-Year Growth
15.39%
10-Year Growth
16.10%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 19, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 12, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Nov 20, 2025 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| May 22, 2025 | $0.4600 | +15.00% |
| Feb 20, 2025 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 22, 2024 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| May 22, 2024 | $0.4000 | +25.00% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Nov 22, 2023 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Aug 23, 2023 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| May 24, 2023 | $0.3200 | +23.08% |
| Feb 22, 2023 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Nov 23, 2022 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Aug 24, 2022 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| May 25, 2022 | $0.2600 | +8.33% |
| Feb 22, 2022 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 24, 2021 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 25, 2021 | $0.2400 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2021 | $0.2400 | +9.09% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
18.9%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
23.7%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $2.55 | $1.04B |
| Q1 2025 | $1.46 | $544.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.64 | $1.06B |
| Q3 2025 | $2.23 | $2.05B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Applied Materials, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.52%.
What is AMAT's dividend yield?
AMAT's current dividend yield is 0.52%. The annual dividend is $1.84.
When is AMAT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for AMAT has not been announced yet.
How many years has Applied Materials, Inc. increased its dividend?
Applied Materials, Inc. has increased its dividend for 8 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.