How Often Does Apple Pay a Dividend?

Dividend Summary

There are typically 4 dividends per year (excluding specials), and the dividend cover is approximately 3.5.

Does Apple pay dividends every month?

Does Apple Pay a Dividend? Yes, AAPL has paid a quarterly dividend since 2012.

Is Apple a good dividend stock?

Apples business is a profit and free cash flow-producing machine. It is why buybacks and dividend growth has been so abundant over the years. In fiscal 2021, Apple distributed 85 cents of dividends per share, while producing $5.61 of earnings per share for a payout ratio of 15%.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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