LKQ Dividend History & Analysis | 3.6% Yield
LKQ has a dividend yield of 3.6% and paid 1.2 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.
Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly
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3.21% Yield
LKQ Dividend History: Last 17 Payments (USD) as of January 2026
| Ex-Dividend Date | Record Date | Payment Date | Period | Dividend per Share | Dividend Growth Rate QoQ | Payout Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-20 | 2025-11-20 | 2025-12-04 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 1.03% |
| 2025-08-14 | 2025-08-14 | 2025-08-28 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.96% |
| 2025-05-15 | 2025-05-15 | 2025-05-29 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.72% |
| 2025-03-13 | 2025-03-13 | 2025-03-27 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.71% |
| 2024-11-14 | 2024-11-14 | 2024-11-27 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.78% |
| 2024-08-15 | 2024-08-15 | 2024-08-29 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.75% |
| 2024-05-15 | 2024-05-16 | 2024-05-30 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.68% |
| 2024-03-13 | 2024-03-14 | 2024-03-28 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 0% | 0.58% |
| 2023-11-15 | 2023-11-16 | 2023-11-30 | Quarterly | 0.3 | 9.1% | 0.65% |
| 2023-08-16 | 2023-08-17 | 2023-08-31 | Quarterly | 0.275 | 0% | 0.52% |
| 2023-05-17 | 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-01 | Quarterly | 0.275 | 0% | 0.49% |
| 2023-03-15 | 2023-03-16 | 2023-03-30 | Quarterly | 0.275 | 0% | 0.52% |
| 2022-11-16 | 2022-11-17 | 2022-12-01 | Quarterly | 0.275 | 10% | 0.51% |
| 2022-08-10 | 2022-08-11 | 2022-09-01 | Quarterly | 0.25 | 0% | 0.45% |
| 2022-05-18 | 2022-05-19 | 2022-06-02 | Quarterly | 0.25 | 0% | 0.49% |
| 2022-03-02 | 2022-03-03 | 2022-03-24 | Quarterly | 0.25 | 0% | 0.54% |
| 2021-11-09 | 2021-11-11 | 2021-12-02 | Quarterly | 0.25 | 0% | 0.44% |
LKQ Dividend FAQ
LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ:LKQ) is a global distributor of aftermarket automotive parts and specialty vehicle products, operating through four segments-Wholesale-North America, Europe, Specialty, and Self-Service. Its catalog spans body panels, mechanical components, salvage parts, paints, fluids, electrical items, and ancillary products such as RV appliances and marine electronics, serving collision/mechanical repair shops, dealerships, and retail customers across North America and a broad European footprint.
What is the Dividend Yield of LKQ?
As of January 2026, LKQ`s dividend yield is 3.59%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.20 USD by the current share price of 33.40.Does LKQ pay a dividend?
As of January 2026, LKQ paid a dividend of 1.20 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-11-20 and the payout was 0.3 USD.How often does LKQ pay dividends?
LKQ pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, LKQ has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-11-20.LKQ dividend forecast
Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for LKQ for the next 4 payments are between 0.293 (-2.3%) and 0.305 (+1.7%).This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.
Will LKQ pay dividends in 2026?
The latest dividend paid per share was 0.3 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-11-20. The next Ex-Dividend date for LKQ (LKQ) is currently unknown.What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for LKQ?
The next Ex-Dividend date for LKQ (LKQ) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.What is the Dividend Growth of LKQ?
LKQ's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 5.39% per year.
Strong growth: LKQ's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.
What is the Yield on Cost of LKQ?
LKQ's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 3.52%. If you bought LKQ's shares at 34.08 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.20 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 3.52% of your original purchase price.What is the Payout Consistency of LKQ?
LKQ Payout Consistency is 99.0%.
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: LKQ has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.
Does LKQ have a good Dividend Yield?
LKQ`s 3.59% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of LKQ?
The Dividend Payout Ratio of LKQ is 36.4%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.What is the Dividend Rating of LKQ?
LKQ`s Overall Dividend Rating is 60.90%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.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: 2026-01-11 02:18