Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | GD | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.74% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 6.50% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 38.8% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +33.0% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
6.09%
3-Year Growth
6.00%
5-Year Growth
6.50%
10-Year Growth
8.21%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 10, 2026
Next Payment
May 8, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 16, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 6, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | $1.5900 | +6.00% |
| Jan 16, 2026 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 3, 2025 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Apr 11, 2025 | $1.5000 | +5.63% |
| Jan 17, 2025 | $1.4200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 11, 2024 | $1.4200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 5, 2024 | $1.4200 | 0.00% |
| Apr 11, 2024 | $1.4200 | +7.58% |
| Jan 18, 2024 | $1.3200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 5, 2023 | $1.3200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 6, 2023 | $1.3200 | 0.00% |
| Apr 13, 2023 | $1.3200 | +4.76% |
| Jan 19, 2023 | $1.2600 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2022 | $1.2600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2022 | $1.2600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 7, 2022 | $1.2600 | +5.88% |
| Jan 13, 2022 | $1.1900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 7, 2021 | $1.1900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 1, 2021 | $1.1900 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
38.8%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
41.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $3.69 | -$290.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $3.78 | $1.40B |
| Q3 2025 | $3.94 | $1.90B |
| Q4 2025 | $4.23 | $952.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does General Dynamics Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.74%.
What is GD's dividend yield?
GD's current dividend yield is 1.74%. The annual dividend is $6.00.
When is GD's next ex-dividend date?
GD's next ex-dividend date is Apr 10, 2026.
How many years has General Dynamics Corporation increased its dividend?
General Dynamics Corporation has increased its dividend for 12 consecutive years.
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.