NVS — Novartis AG
Dividend Grades
vs Healthcare sector| Metric | NVS | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.12% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 10.31% | 5.76% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 27.6% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 30 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +32.3% | 1.0% |
Grades compare this stock to Healthcare sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
2.45%
3-Year Growth
14.89%
5-Year Growth
10.31%
10-Year Growth
2.64%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 11, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 16, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2026 | $3.0812 | -5.98% |
| Mar 12, 2025 | $3.2771 | +2.45% |
| Mar 7, 2024 | $3.1986 | +40.65% |
| Mar 9, 2023 | $2.2742 | +5.24% |
| Mar 8, 2022 | $2.1610 | +3.92% |
| Mar 4, 2021 | $2.0794 | +3.62% |
| Mar 3, 2020 | $2.0068 | -21.83% |
| Mar 4, 2019 | $2.5672 | -3.76% |
| Mar 6, 2018 | $2.6676 | +8.41% |
| Mar 1, 2017 | $2.4606 | -0.58% |
| Feb 24, 2016 | $2.4749 | -1.95% |
| Mar 2, 2015 | $2.5242 | +3.60% |
| Feb 27, 2014 | $2.4364 | +7.47% |
| Feb 26, 2013 | $2.2670 | +2.85% |
| Feb 27, 2012 | $2.2043 | +4.55% |
| Feb 24, 2011 | $2.1084 | +18.42% |
| Mar 2, 2010 | $1.7805 | +15.52% |
| Feb 24, 2009 | $1.5412 | +16.85% |
| Feb 26, 2008 | $1.3190 | +36.17% |
| Mar 6, 2007 | $0.9686 | +20.92% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Novartis AG pay a dividend?
Yes, Novartis AG (NVS) pays a annual dividend with a yield of 2.12%.
What is NVS's dividend yield?
NVS's current dividend yield is 2.12%. The annual dividend is $3.08.
When is NVS's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NVS has not been announced yet.
How many years has Novartis AG increased its dividend?
Novartis AG has increased its dividend for 5 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.