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GILD Dividend History & Analysis | 2.6% Yield

GILD has a dividend yield of 2.6% and paid 3.16 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.55%
Dividends per Share 12m 3.16
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 3.16%
Dividend Rating 61.63%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.71%
Payout Ratio 38.6%
Payouts last 12m 4
Payout Consistency 98.10%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Number of Payouts Yearly This chart shows the number of dividend payouts per year. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over the last 5 years in one graph. The price axis is on the left and the dividend yield axis is on the right.
Total Return 12m: 36.7%
Total Return 5y: 163.6%

Top Dividend Payers in Biotechnology

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
BTX 1,397 M 13.4% 7.37%
ABBV 393,809 M 3.64% 9.76%
GILD 150,721 M 2.55% 6.71%
AMGN 174,694 M 2.87% 5.0%
HLN 44,084 M 1.77% 2.46%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate (CAGR) Payout Consistency
BTX 1,397 M 203% 90.0%
GRFS 7,645 M 127% 56.8%
BIM 15,056 M 45.4% 92.6%
HLN 44,084 M 51.0% 100%
AMGN 174,694 M 8.90% 100%

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GILD Dividend History: Last 43 Payments (USD) as of December 2025

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-15 2025-12-15 2025-12-30 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.65%
2025-09-15 2025-09-15 2025-09-29 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.69%
2025-06-13 2025-06-13 2025-06-27 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.71%
2025-03-14 2025-03-14 2025-03-28 Quarterly 0.79 2.6% 0.7%
2024-12-13 2024-12-13 2024-12-30 Quarterly 0.77 0% 0.84%
2024-09-13 2024-09-13 2024-09-27 Quarterly 0.77 0% 0.94%
2024-06-14 2024-06-14 2024-06-27 Quarterly 0.77 0% 1.23%
2024-03-14 2024-03-15 2024-03-28 Quarterly 0.77 2.7% 1.03%
2023-12-14 2023-12-15 2023-12-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.91%
2023-09-14 2023-09-15 2023-09-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.98%
2023-06-14 2023-06-15 2023-06-29 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.96%
2023-03-14 2023-03-15 2023-03-30 Quarterly 0.75 2.7% 0.95%
2022-12-14 2022-12-15 2022-12-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 0.83%
2022-09-14 2022-09-15 2022-09-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 1.13%
2022-06-14 2022-06-15 2022-06-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 1.25%
2022-03-14 2022-03-15 2022-03-30 Quarterly 0.73 2.8% 1.26%
2021-12-14 2021-12-15 2021-12-30 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1.02%
2021-09-14 2021-09-15 2021-09-29 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1%
2021-06-14 2021-06-15 2021-06-29 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1.04%
2021-03-12 2021-03-15 2021-03-30 Quarterly 0.71 4.4% 1.14%
2020-12-14 2020-12-15 2020-12-30 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-09-14 2020-09-15 2020-09-29 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-06-11 2020-06-12 2020-06-29 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-03-12 2020-03-13 2020-03-30 Quarterly 0.68 7.9% N/A
2019-12-12 2019-12-13 2019-12-30 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-09-12 2019-09-13 2019-09-27 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-06-13 2019-06-14 2019-06-27 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-03-14 2019-03-15 2019-03-28 Quarterly 0.63 10.5% N/A
2018-12-13 2018-12-14 2018-12-28 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-09-13 2018-09-14 2018-09-27 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-06-14 2018-06-15 2018-06-28 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-03-15 2018-03-16 2018-03-29 Quarterly 0.57 9.6% N/A
2017-12-14 2017-12-15 2017-12-28 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-09-14 2017-09-15 2017-09-28 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-06-14 2017-06-16 2017-06-29 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-03-14 2017-03-16 2017-03-30 Quarterly 0.52 10.6% N/A
2016-12-13 2016-12-15 2016-12-29 Quarterly 0.47 0% N/A
2016-09-14 2016-09-16 2016-09-29 Quarterly 0.47 0% N/A
2016-06-14 2016-06-16 2016-06-29 Quarterly 0.47 9.3% N/A
2016-03-14 2016-03-16 2016-03-30 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-12-14 2015-12-16 2015-12-30 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-09-14 2015-09-16 2015-09-29 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-06-12 2015-06-16 2015-06-29 Other 0.43 0% N/A

GILD Dividend FAQ

Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ:GILD) is a U.S.-based biopharmaceutical firm that discovers, develops, and markets medicines for unmet medical needs worldwide, with a product lineup that spans HIV/AIDS (e.g., Biktarvy, Truvada), viral hepatitis (e.g., Epclusa, Harvoni), COVID-19 (Veklury), oncology (Yescarta, Trodelvy), pulmonary arterial hypertension (Letairis), and serious fungal infections (AmBisome). The company also maintains a broad network of collaborations with firms such as Merck, Galapagos, and Arcus to expand its pipeline.

What is the Dividend Yield of GILD?

As of December 2025, GILD`s dividend yield is 2.55%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.16 USD by the current share price of 124.16.

Does GILD pay a dividend?

As of December 2025, GILD paid a dividend of 3.16 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-15 and the payout was 0.79 USD.

How often does GILD pay dividends?

GILD pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, GILD has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-15.

GILD dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for GILD for the next 4 payments are between 0.793 (+0.4%) and 0.815 (+3.2%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will GILD pay dividends in 2025?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.79 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for GILD?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of GILD?

GILD's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 3.16% per year.
Strong growth: GILD's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of GILD?

GILD's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 6.71%. If you bought GILD's shares at 47.10 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.16 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 6.71% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of GILD?

GILD Payout Consistency is 100.0%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Gilead Sciences has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does GILD have a good Dividend Yield?

GILD`s 2.55% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of GILD?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of GILD is 38.6%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of GILD?

GILD`s Overall Dividend Rating is 61.63%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

GILD Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in GILD`s Outstanding Shares (CAGR)?

Gilead Sciences`s outstanding shares have decreased by approximately -0.08% annually over the past 3 years (Correlation: -33.3%), positively influencing the share price.

Has Gilead Sciences ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last Stock Split was on 2013-01-28 with a factor of 2:1. This stock split increased the number of shares and lowered the price per share by a ratio of 2.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1990 288,000,000
1991 484,800,000 +68.33%
1992 480,000,000 -0.99%
1993 595,555,600 +24.07%
1994 596,363,600 +0.14%
1995 672,000,000 +12.68%
1996 875,294,100 +30.25%
1997 915,555,600 +4.6%
1998 971,034,500 +6.06%
1999 1,389,714,300 +43.12%
2000 1,474,848,000 +6.13%
2001 1,524,896,000 +3.39%
2002 1,569,120,000 +2.9%
2003 1,613,392,000 +2.82%
2004 1,725,092,000 +6.92%
2005 1,824,392,000 +5.76%
2006 1,829,732,000 +0.29%
2007 1,853,926,000 +1.32%
2008 1,841,614,000 -0.66%
2009 1,806,638,000 -1.9%
2010 1,666,012,000 -7.78%
2011 1,534,066,000 -7.92%
2012 1,636,939,000 +6.71%
2013 1,694,212,000 +3.5%
2014 1,597,000,000 -5.74%
2015 1,472,000,000 -7.83%
2016 1,327,000,000 -9.85%
2017 1,307,000,000 -1.51%
2018 1,299,000,000 -0.61%
2019 1,273,000,000 -2%
2020 1,259,000,000 -1.1%
2021 1,262,000,000 +0.24%
2022 1,264,000,000 +0.16%
2023 1,256,000,000 -0.63%
2024 1,259,000,000 +0.24%
2025 1,254,000,000 -0.4%

Key Metric Definitions

  • Dividend Yield: Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
  • Dividend Growth Rate: Compound annual growth rate of annual dividend per share over the last 5 years.
  • Payout Ratio: Percentage of earnings paid as dividends (TTM).
  • Payout Consistency: % of eligible periods with uninterrupted or increased dividends, measured over the entire lifetime of the stock or fund.
  • Payout Frequency: Number of dividends paid in the last 12m (TTM).
  • Overall Dividend Rating: Proprietary composite score, quantified on a scale from 0 to +100. Ratings surpassing 70 are regarded as favorable, while those exceeding 85 are strong.
  • Total Return: Price appreciation plus dividends over specified period.
  • Market Cap: Figures are in millions of the corresponding currency.

Last update: 2025-12-20 02:38