MA — Mastercard Incorporated
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | MA | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.63% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 13.70% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 19.1% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 21 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | -6.7% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
15.15%
3-Year Growth
15.75%
5-Year Growth
13.70%
10-Year Growth
16.86%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 9, 2026
Next Payment
May 8, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 9, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2026 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2026 | $0.8700 | +14.47% |
| Oct 9, 2025 | $0.7600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 9, 2025 | $0.7600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2025 | $0.7600 | 0.00% |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $0.7600 | +15.15% |
| Oct 9, 2024 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 9, 2024 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2024 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Jan 8, 2024 | $0.6600 | +15.79% |
| Oct 5, 2023 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Jul 6, 2023 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Apr 5, 2023 | $0.5700 | 0.00% |
| Jan 6, 2023 | $0.5700 | +16.33% |
| Oct 6, 2022 | $0.4900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2022 | $0.4900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 7, 2022 | $0.4900 | 0.00% |
| Jan 6, 2022 | $0.4900 | +11.36% |
| Oct 7, 2021 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2021 | $0.4400 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
19.1%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
16.7%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $3.60 | $2.22B |
| Q2 2025 | $4.08 | $4.56B |
| Q3 2025 | $4.35 | $5.49B |
| Q4 2025 | $4.52 | $4.82B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mastercard Incorporated pay a dividend?
Yes, Mastercard Incorporated (MA) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.63%.
What is MA's dividend yield?
MA's current dividend yield is 0.63%. The annual dividend is $3.15.
When is MA's next ex-dividend date?
MA's next ex-dividend date is Apr 9, 2026.
How many years has Mastercard Incorporated increased its dividend?
Mastercard Incorporated has increased its dividend for 14 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.