AAPL Dividend Yield 2026: Apple Inc.

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Data last updated: Jul 16, 2026

Dividend Yield: 0.32%

Annual Dividend: $1.05 per share

Payout Ratio: 12.7%

Ex-Dividend Date: 2026-05-11

Dividend Frequency: quarterly

Sector: Technology

Years of Dividend History: 24

About Apple Inc. Dividend

Apple Inc. dividend income is modest, but the company behind it spans iPhones, Macs, Apple Watch, and a growing portfolio of subscription services including Apple TV+ and Apple Music. AAPL pays $1.05 per share annually, distributed quarterly, with the next ex-dividend date on May 11, 2026. The current yield sits at 0.34%. At a beta of 1.097, this is not a low-volatility income play — it fits investors who prioritize dividend growth over immediate yield.

Dividend Safety

Apple Inc. pays out 12.7% of earnings as dividends, a payout ratio classified as conservative (below 40%). That leaves substantial room to sustain and grow the dividend, supported by a business model that spans hardware sales, the App Store, and recurring subscription revenue from services like Apple Arcade and Apple Fitness+. Apple Inc. dividend safety looks strong at current payout levels, though the stock's beta of 1.097 means price volatility is a real factor for income-focused holders.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Dividend Growth Rate, CAGR, and History

Apple Inc. dividend history shows a CAGR of 19.2% per year from 1994 to 2025. Per-share payments grew from $0.0044 to $1.03 over that span (2026 is a partial year and excluded from the CAGR calculation). The largest annual increase in the available window was 9,475% in 2013, reflecting AAPL's dividend reinstatement after a long pause rather than organic growth from an established base.

Apple Inc. Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR)

Period	CAGR	From	To
3-Year	+4.2%	$0.91 (2022)	$1.03 (2025)
5-Year	+5.0%	$0.81 (2020)	$1.03 (2025)
10-Year	+7.3%	$0.51 (2015)	$1.03 (2025)

Is Apple Inc. a Good Dividend Stock?

AAPL stock fits growth-and-income investors who prioritize dividend growth over current yield. The yield is low (below 2%) — at 0.34%, it sits only slightly above the 5-year average of 0.31%, so there is no meaningful yield expansion on offer. What the stock does deliver is a 21-year streak of consecutive increases and a 19.2% CAGR since 1994. The trade-off is clear: Apple Inc. offers dividend momentum backed by a 12.7% payout ratio, but investors accepting that profile give up meaningful current income in exchange for growth potential.

Recent Apple Inc. Dividend Payments

Payment Date	Amount per Share
2026-05-11	$0.2700
2026-02-09	$0.2600
2025-11-10	$0.2600
2025-08-11	$0.2600
2025-05-12	$0.2600
2025-02-10	$0.2500
2024-11-08	$0.2500
2024-08-12	$0.2500
2024-05-10	$0.2500
2024-02-09	$0.2400

Apple Inc. Annual Dividend History

Year	Total Dividends
2026	$0.5300
2025	$1.0300
2024	$0.9900
2023	$0.9500
2022	$0.9100

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often does Apple Inc. pay dividends?

Apple Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The last dividend amount was $0.27 per share, with the next ex-dividend date set for May 11, 2026.

What is Apple Inc.'s current dividend yield?

The current Apple Inc. dividend yield is 0.34%, slightly above its 5-year average yield of 0.31%. Both figures are low relative to most income-oriented dividend stocks.

Has Apple Inc. ever cut its dividend?

No cut appears in the available history window from 1994 to 2025. Annual per-share payments have increased every year within the data, and AAPL has 21 consecutive years of dividend increases on record.

How fast has Apple Inc. grown its dividend?

Apple Inc. has grown its dividend at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.2% per year from 1994 to 2025. Per-share payments rose from $0.0044 to $1.03 over that period.

Is Apple Inc. dividend safe?

The dividend looks well-covered at current levels. A 12.7% payout ratio, classified as conservative (below 40%), leaves Apple Inc. substantial room to maintain payments even if earnings face pressure.

Why is Apple Inc. dividend yield low?

At 0.34%, the AAPL dividend yield is low because the company pays out only 12.7% of earnings. The stock's price has grown faster than dividend increases, keeping the yield compressed.

What type of investor is Apple Inc. best suited for?

Apple Inc. stock fits growth-and-income investors who prioritize dividend growth over current yield. The 19.2% CAGR and 21-year increase streak are the draw, not the 0.34% yield.

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