VRTX Dividend History & Analysis | N/A Yield

VRTX has a dividend yield of N/A and paid N/A per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

As of April 2026, Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) does not pay a dividend.

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
ABBV 368,645 M 4.17% 7.49%
NOV 167,862 M 4.64% 5.73%
AMGN 187,714 M 3.07% 5.57%
GILD 173,483 M 2.65% 5.83%
HLN 43,856 M 3.02% 4.25%
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SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
HLN 43,856 M 30.09% 100.0%
NOV 167,862 M 25.64% 91.9%
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BIM 12,778 M 9.76% 96.0%
AMGN 187,714 M 7.84% 100.0%
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2.65% Yield
VRTX Dividend History: as of April 2026 No dividends paid yet.

VRTX Dividend FAQ

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) is a biotech firm that develops and markets transformative therapies for high-need specialty diseases, primarily cystic fibrosis (CF) and blood-disorder indications such as sickle cell disease (SCD) and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT). Its flagship CF portfolio includes TRIKAFTA/KAFTRIO, ALYFTREK, SYMDEKO/SYMKEVI, ORKAMBI and KALYDECO, while its pipeline extends to CASGEVY (SCD/TDT), JOURNAVX (acute pain), and several mRNA or small-molecule programs targeting CF, kidney disease, type-1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy and polycystic kidney disease.

What is the Dividend Yield of VRTX?

As of April 2026, VRTX's dividend yield is %. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of - by the current share price of 435.65.

Does VRTX pay a dividend?

As of April 2026 VRTX does not pay a dividend.

How often does VRTX pay dividends?

Over the last 12 months, VRTX has issued dividend payments.

VRTX dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for VRTX for the next payments are between 0 (+0.0%) and 0 (+0.0%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about -%.

Will VRTX pay dividends in 2026?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for VRTX?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of VRTX?

VRTX's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is -% per year.

What is the Yield on Cost of VRTX?

VRTX's 5-Year Yield on Cost is -%. If you bought VRTX's shares at 219.18 five years ago, your current annual dividend income (- per share, trailing 12 months) equals -% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of VRTX?

VRTX Payout Consistency is 0.0%. 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.

Does VRTX have a good Dividend Yield?

VRTX's % Dividend Yield is considered as unknown.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of VRTX?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of VRTX is unknown.

What is the Dividend Rating of VRTX?

VRTX's Overall Dividend Rating is (unknown). Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

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

What is the Trend in VRTX's Outstanding Shares?

Vertex Pharmaceuticals's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 0.92% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -100.0%). 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 VRTX ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Aug 24, 2000 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 19,676,000 0%
1991 22,857,100 +16.17%
1992 23,571,400 +3.13%
1993 29,090,900 +23.42%
1994 33,571,400 +15.4%
1995 34,090,900 +1.55%
1996 44,615,400 +30.87%
1997 49,411,800 +10.75%
1998 50,285,700 +1.77%
1999 51,928,000 +3.27%
2000 60,011,000 +15.57%
2001 75,161,000 +25.25%
2002 76,411,000 +1.66%
2003 78,094,000 +2.2%
2004 79,428,000 +1.71%
2005 107,440,000 +35.27%
2006 125,756,000 +17.05%
2007 134,471,000 +6.93%
2008 155,860,000 +15.91%
2009 198,935,000 +27.64%
2010 202,329,000 +1.71%
2011 219,264,000 +8.37%
2012 214,607,000 -2.12%
2013 235,717,000 +9.84%
2014 238,272,000 +1.08%
2015 242,987,000 +1.98%
2016 247,757,000 +1.96%
2017 256,804,000 +3.65%
2018 259,812,000 +1.17%
2019 262,108,000 +0.88%
2020 263,106,000 +0.38%
2021 257,000,000 -2.32%
2022 260,300,000 +1.28%
2023 260,900,000 +0.23%
2024 260,500,000 -0.15%
2025 256,100,000 -1.69%

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: 2026-04-09 02:40 UTC