Dividend Details
Recent Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-20 | $1.5100 | 2026-02-19 |
| 2025-10-20 | $1.5100 | 2025-11-20 |
| 2025-07-21 | $1.5100 | 2025-08-20 |
| 2025-04-21 | $1.4100 | 2025-05-20 |
| 2025-01-21 | $1.4100 | 2025-02-20 |
| 2024-10-21 | $1.4100 | 2024-11-20 |
| 2024-07-22 | $1.4100 | 2024-08-20 |
| 2024-04-19 | $1.3000 | 2024-05-20 |
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Quick Facts
- Yield: 0.86%
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Sector: Industrials
- Streak: 30 years
- Payout: 31%
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar is a Dividend Aristocrat with 30 consecutive years of dividend increases.
30 consecutive years of dividend increases, — the company has raised its payout through recessions, rate hikes, and market downturns alike.
CAT Dividend FAQ
What is CAT's current dividend yield and payout?
CAT currently yields 0.86% annually, paying $5.94 per share per year based on a share price of $702.00. This translates to $1.4850 per share per quarter. The payout ratio is 31%, which is conservative and well-covered by earnings.
How often does CAT pay dividends?
CAT distributes dividends quarterly, following the standard schedule of most S&P 500 companies. Quarterly payments typically arrive in March, June, September, and December, though exact dates vary. Each payment is approximately $1.4850 per share.
When is CAT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CAT is 2026-01-20. To receive the upcoming dividend, you must purchase shares before the ex-dividend date. If you buy on or after the ex-date, the seller receives that payment instead. The payment will be deposited into your brokerage account on 2026-02-19.
How much does $10,000 invested in CAT pay in dividends?
A $10,000 investment in CAT at $702.00 per share buys approximately 14 shares. At the current 0.86% yield, this generates approximately $86 per year, or $7 per month in dividend income before taxes.
How long has CAT been increasing dividends?
CAT has increased its dividend for 30 consecutive years, earning Dividend Aristocrat status. Only ~67 S&P 500 companies have achieved this 25+ year milestone, reflecting strong financial discipline across economic cycles.
Is CAT's dividend sustainable?
With a payout ratio of 31%, CAT retains a significant portion of earnings for reinvestment and dividend growth, suggesting the current payout is well-covered and sustainable.
CAT Dividend Investing Guide
Caterpillar (CAT) represents a compelling opportunity for dividend investors seeking dividend growth potential in their portfolios. As a industrials sector stock, CAT offers exposure to industrial growth tied to infrastructure and manufacturing.
As a Dividend Aristocrat with 30 consecutive years of dividend increases, CAT has raised its dividend through multiple recessions, rate cycles, and market crashes over those 30 years. That kind of track record comes from management teams that prioritize the payout and have the earnings power to back it up.
To maximize returns from CAT dividends, consider strategies like dividend reinvestment (DRIP) to compound growth over time, tax-efficient account placement for qualified dividends, and portfolio diversification across sectors and payment schedules. Use our DRIP calculator to project long-term growth or our tax calculator to estimate after-tax income from your CAT investment.