Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | CAT | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.87% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.23% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 31.6% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 45 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +103.6% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
7.75%
3-Year Growth
8.12%
5-Year Growth
7.23%
10-Year Growth
7.10%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 20, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 19, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | $1.5100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 20, 2025 | $1.5100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 21, 2025 | $1.5100 | +7.09% |
| Apr 21, 2025 | $1.4100 | 0.00% |
| Jan 21, 2025 | $1.4100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | $1.4100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 22, 2024 | $1.4100 | +8.46% |
| Apr 19, 2024 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2024 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 20, 2023 | $1.3000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 19, 2023 | $1.3000 | +8.33% |
| Apr 21, 2023 | $1.2000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2023 | $1.2000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 21, 2022 | $1.2000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 19, 2022 | $1.2000 | +8.11% |
| Apr 22, 2022 | $1.1100 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2022 | $1.1100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 22, 2021 | $1.1100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 19, 2021 | $1.1100 | +7.77% |
| Apr 23, 2021 | $1.0300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
31.6%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
27.2%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $4.22 | $371.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $4.64 | $2.17B |
| Q3 2025 | $4.91 | $4.59B |
| Q4 2025 | $5.14 | $3.15B |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Caterpillar Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.87%.
What is CAT's dividend yield?
CAT's current dividend yield is 0.87%. The annual dividend is $5.94.
When is CAT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CAT has not been announced yet.
How many years has Caterpillar Inc. increased its dividend?
Caterpillar Inc. has increased its dividend for 12 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.