GILD Dividend History & Analysis | 2.7% Yield

GILD has a dividend yield of 2.7% and paid 4.01 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.65%
Payout Ratio 38.5%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 2.71%
Consistency Lifetime 100.0%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.97%
Payout FCF 39.4%
Streak Years 10
Dividend Rating 61.46%
Ex-Dividend in 26 days: Buy before Jun 15, 2026 to receive the next dividend.
Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis) and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Payout Yield (right) ■ Price (left) ┅┅ Avg Payout Yield

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
QIA 6,758 M 5.29% 5.63%
NOV 196,869 M 4.64% 5.25%
ABBV 372,387 M 3.24% 6.94%
AMGN 181,564 M 3.84% 4.55%
HLN 39,989 M 1.94% 2.70%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
HLN 39,989 M 30.09% 100.0%
NOV 196,869 M 25.64% 91.9%
PHM 1,938 M 13.27% 47.9%
BIM 9,826 M 9.76% 96.0%
AMGN 181,564 M 7.84% 100.0%
GILD Dividend History: Last 45 Payments (USD) as of May 2026
EX-DATE RECORD PAYMENT PERIOD DIV/SHARE GROWTH PAYOUT YIELD
2026-06-15 2026-06-15 2026-06-29 Quarterly 0.82 0% N/A
2026-03-13 2026-03-13 2026-03-30 Quarterly 0.82 +3.8% 0.56%
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% N/A
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, Inc. is a California-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for life-threatening diseases. Its core portfolio centers on HIV-1 infection treatments, including Biktarvy and Descovy, alongside specialized therapies for chronic hepatitis B, C, and primary biliary cholangitis. The company also maintains a significant presence in oncology through CAR T-cell therapies like Yescarta and Tecartus, and provides the antiviral Veklury for COVID-19 treatment.

What is the Dividend Yield of GILD?

As of May 2026, GILD's dividend yield is 2.65%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 4.01 USD by the current share price of 129.67.

Does GILD pay a dividend?

As of May 2026, GILD paid a dividend of 4.01 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-06-15 and the payout was 0.82 USD.

How often does GILD pay dividends?

GILD pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, GILD has issued 5 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-06-15.

GILD dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for GILD for the next payments are between 0.807 (-1.6%) and 0.84 (+2.4%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 2.53%.

Will GILD pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.82 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-06-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is 2026-06-15.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for GILD?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is 2026-06-15.

What is the Dividend Growth of GILD?

GILD's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 2.71% 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 6.97%. If you bought GILD's shares at 57.56 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (4.01 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 6.97% 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 2.65% 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 38.5%. 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 61.46%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

GILD Outstanding Shares Analysis
The Chart shows the outstanding shares over time per year.

What is the Trend in GILD's Outstanding Shares?

Gilead Sciences's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 0.07% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 2.3%). Slightly positive: The company is modestly reducing its share count through buybacks. This provides a small tailwind to earnings per share and dividend sustainability.

Has GILD ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 28, 2013 with a ratio of 2:1. This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

YEAR NUMBER OF SHARES ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
1990 288,000,000 0%
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 1,253,000,000 -0.48%
2026 1,254,000,000 +0.08%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield

Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.

Payout Ratio

Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.

Payout FCF

Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.

Growth Rate (CAGR)

Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.

Consistency

Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.

Yield on Cost

Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.

Streak

Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.

Dividend Rating

Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-05-19 02:38 UTC