Dividend Grades
vs Communication Services sector| Metric | T | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.92% | 3.22% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -11.80% | 3.14% |
| Payout Ratio | 36.4% | 36.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 43 | 11 |
| 1Y Total Return | +8.7% | 7.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Communication Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
-6.37%
5-Year Growth
-11.80%
10-Year Growth
-5.13%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 12, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 12, 2026 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2025 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Apr 10, 2025 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2024 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2024 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2024 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2024 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2023 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2023 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Apr 6, 2023 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2023 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2022 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2022 | $0.2775 | 0.00% |
| Apr 13, 2022 | $0.2775 | -46.63% |
| Jan 7, 2022 | $0.5200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 7, 2021 | $0.5200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2021 | $0.5200 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2021 | $0.5200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
36.4%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
40.9%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.61 | $4.77B |
| Q2 2025 | $0.62 | $4.87B |
| Q3 2025 | $1.29 | $5.26B |
| Q4 2025 | $0.53 | $4.54B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AT&T Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, AT&T Inc. (T) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.92%.
What is T's dividend yield?
T's current dividend yield is 3.92%. The annual dividend is $1.11.
When is T's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for T has not been announced yet.
How many years has AT&T Inc. increased its dividend?
AT&T Inc. 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 March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.