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Yield 12m 1.58%
Dividends per Share 12m 2.92
Dividend Growth Rate 5y 7.78%
Overall Dividend Rating 65.23%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.14%
Payout Ratio 31.5%
Payout Frequency 12m 4
Payout Consistency 100.0%
Total Return 12m: -17.75%
#126 in Group
Total Return 5y: 152.00%
#43 in Group
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LECO Dividend History: Last 40 Payments (USD)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-04-15 Quarterly 0.75 0.4%
2024-12-31 2024-12-31 2025-01-15 Quarterly 0.75 5.6% 0.4%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-10-15 Quarterly 0.71 0.37%
2024-06-28 2024-06-30 2024-07-15 Quarterly 0.71 0.38%
2024-03-27 2024-03-31 2024-04-15 Quarterly 0.71 0.28%
2023-12-28 2023-12-31 2024-01-12 Quarterly 0.71 10.9% 0.32%
2023-09-28 2023-09-30 2023-10-13 Quarterly 0.64 0.36%
2023-06-29 2023-06-30 2023-07-14 Quarterly 0.64 0.33%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-04-14 Quarterly 0.64 0.38%
2022-12-29 2022-12-31 2023-01-13 Quarterly 0.64 14.3% 0.45%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-10-14 Quarterly 0.56 0.44%
2022-06-29 2022-06-30 2022-07-15 Quarterly 0.56 0.45%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-04-15 Quarterly 0.56 0.4%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-01-14 Quarterly 0.56 9.8% 0.4%
2021-09-29 2021-09-30 2021-10-15 Quarterly 0.51 0.39%
2021-06-29 2021-06-30 2021-07-15 Quarterly 0.51 0.39%
2021-03-30 2021-03-31 2021-04-15 Quarterly 0.51 0.41%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-01-15 Quarterly 0.51 4.1% 0.44%
2020-09-29 2020-09-30 2020-10-15 Quarterly 0.49 0.54%
2020-06-29 2020-06-30 2020-07-15 Quarterly 0.49 0.6%
2020-03-30 2020-03-31 2020-04-15 Quarterly 0.49
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-01-15 Quarterly 0.49 4.3%
2019-09-27 2019-09-30 2019-10-15 Quarterly 0.47
2019-06-27 2019-06-28 2019-07-15 Quarterly 0.47
2019-03-28 2019-03-29 2019-04-15 Quarterly 0.47
2018-12-28 2018-12-31 2019-01-15 Quarterly 0.47 20.5%
2018-09-27 2018-09-28 2018-10-15 Quarterly 0.39
2018-06-28 2018-06-29 2018-07-13 Quarterly 0.39
2018-03-28 2018-03-29 2018-04-13 Quarterly 0.39
2017-12-28 2017-12-29 2018-01-12 Quarterly 0.39 11.4%
2017-09-28 2017-09-29 2017-10-13 Quarterly 0.35
2017-06-28 2017-06-30 2017-07-14 Quarterly 0.35
2017-03-29 2017-03-31 2017-04-14 Quarterly 0.35
2016-12-28 2016-12-31 2017-01-13 Quarterly 0.35 9.4%
2016-09-28 2016-09-30 2016-10-14 Quarterly 0.32
2016-06-28 2016-06-30 2016-07-15 Quarterly 0.32
2016-03-29 2016-03-31 2016-04-15 Quarterly 0.32
2015-12-29 2015-12-31 2016-01-15 Quarterly 0.32 10.3%
2015-09-28 2015-09-30 2015-10-15 Quarterly 0.29
2015-06-26 2015-06-30 2015-07-15 Quarterly 0.29

LECO Dividend FAQ

Does LECO pay dividends?

Yes, as of May 2025, LECO paid a dividend of 2.92 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-03-31.

What is the Dividend Yield of LECO?

As of May 2025, LECO`s dividend yield is 1.58%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.92 USD by the current share price of 177.64.

How often does LECO pay dividends?

LECO pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months (TTM), LECO has issued 4 dividend payments.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for LECO?

The next ex-dividend date for Lincoln Electric (LECO) is unknown.

What is the Dividend Growth of LECO?

LECO's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 7.78% per year.
Strong growth: Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of LECO?

LECO's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 4.14%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Lincoln Electric five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (2.92) divided by the purchase price five years ago (70.49):

What is the Payout Consistency of LECO?

LECO Payout Consistency is 100.0%.
Highly consistent: Lincoln Electric has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments.

Does LECO have a good Dividend Yield?

LECO`s 1.58% Dividend Yield is considered as low.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of LECO?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of LECO is 31.5%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of LECO?

LECO`s Overall Dividend Rating is 65.23%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

LECO Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in LECO`s Outstanding Shares?

Lincoln Electric`s outstanding shares have decreased by approximately -1.18% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: -100.0%), positively influencing stock price.

Has Lincoln Electric ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, last Stock Split was on 2011-06-01 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
1994 44,109,600
1995 97,647,100 +121.37%
1996 97,674,400 +0.03%
1997 98,750,000 +1.1%
1998 95,555,600 -3.23%
1999 87,135,700 -8.81%
2000 84,538,500 -2.98%
2001 84,759,400 +0.26%
2002 83,889,700 -1.03%
2003 81,080,000 -3.35%
2004 83,924,500 +3.51%
2005 84,480,500 +0.66%
2006 85,714,300 +1.46%
2007 85,563,200 -0.18%
2008 84,744,000 -0.96%
2009 84,808,000 +0.08%
2010 83,790,000 -1.2%
2011 83,452,000 -0.4%
2012 83,677,000 +0.27%
2013 82,184,000 -1.78%
2014 78,280,000 -4.75%
2015 72,121,000 -7.87%
2016 66,303,000 -8.07%
2017 66,530,000 +0.34%
2018 64,559,000 -2.96%
2019 61,710,000 -4.41%
2020 60,301,000 -2.28%
2021 59,637,000 -1.1%
2022 58,459,000 -1.98%
2023 57,911,000 -0.94%
2024 56,818,000 -1.89%