DEO — Diageo plc
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | DEO | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.08% | 2.93% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 2.38% | 6.10% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 61.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 28 | 22 |
| 1Y Total Return | -23.9% | 4.7% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
-0.97%
3-Year Growth
2.12%
5-Year Growth
2.38%
10-Year Growth
1.66%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 17, 2026
Next Payment
Jun 4, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Oct 17, 2025
Last Payment
Dec 4, 2025
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2026 | $0.7600 | -69.34% |
| Oct 17, 2025 | $2.4792 | +53.04% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $1.6200 | -35.69% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $2.5192 | +55.51% |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $1.6200 | -35.43% |
| Aug 24, 2023 | $2.5089 | +64.12% |
| Mar 2, 2023 | $1.5287 | -32.88% |
| Aug 25, 2022 | $2.2775 | +44.94% |
| Feb 24, 2022 | $1.5714 | -36.65% |
| Aug 26, 2021 | $2.4803 | +61.60% |
| Feb 25, 2021 | $1.5348 | -30.49% |
| Aug 13, 2020 | $2.2080 | +53.76% |
| Feb 27, 2020 | $1.4360 | -32.30% |
| Aug 8, 2019 | $2.1210 | +54.95% |
| Feb 28, 2019 | $1.3688 | -35.73% |
| Aug 9, 2018 | $2.1297 | +49.64% |
| Feb 22, 2018 | $1.4232 | -29.97% |
| Aug 9, 2017 | $2.0322 | +70.54% |
| Feb 22, 2017 | $1.1916 | -38.10% |
| Aug 10, 2016 | $1.9250 | +51.57% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Diageo plc pay a dividend?
Yes, Diageo plc (DEO) pays a semi-annual dividend with a yield of 3.08%.
What is DEO's dividend yield?
DEO's current dividend yield is 3.08%. The annual dividend is $2.48.
When is DEO's next ex-dividend date?
DEO's next ex-dividend date is Apr 17, 2026.
How many years has Diageo plc increased its dividend?
Diageo plc 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 April 15, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.