DGX Dividend History & Analysis | 1.8% Yield

DGX has a dividend yield of 1.8% and paid 3.26 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.78%
Payout Ratio 32.2%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 6.81%
Consistency Lifetime 98.5%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.77%
Payout FCF 26.9%
Streak Years 2
Dividend Rating 58.67%
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

Top Dividend Payers in Health Care Services

Top 4 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
FMS 11,871 M 2.81% 3.91%
CI 77,053 M 2.09% 3.20%
LH 20,533 M 1.07% 1.62%
CHE 5,768 M 0.50% 0.60%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
CON 3,337 M 300.00% 100.0%
CI 77,053 M 30.54% 88.9%
CHE 5,768 M 11.96% 96.1%
LH 20,533 M 15.78% 16.0%
CVS 122,349 M 7.39% 96.5%
DGX Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of May 2026
EX-DATE RECORD PAYMENT PERIOD DIV/SHARE GROWTH PAYOUT YIELD
2026-04-06 2026-04-06 2026-04-20 Quarterly 0.86 +7.5% 0.44%
2026-01-13 2026-01-13 2026-01-28 Quarterly 0.8 0% 0.45%
2025-10-03 2025-10-03 2025-10-20 Quarterly 0.8 0% 0.44%
2025-07-07 2025-07-07 2025-07-21 Quarterly 0.8 0% 0.45%
2025-04-07 2025-04-07 2025-04-21 Quarterly 0.8 +6.7% 0.49%
2025-01-14 2025-01-14 2025-01-29 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.49%
2024-10-04 2024-10-04 2024-10-21 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.49%
2024-07-08 2024-07-08 2024-07-22 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.53%
2024-04-05 2024-04-08 2024-04-22 Quarterly 0.75 +5.6% 0.58%
2024-01-16 2024-01-17 2024-01-31 Quarterly 0.71 0% 0.53%
2023-10-05 2023-10-06 2023-10-23 Quarterly 0.71 0% 0.58%
2023-07-10 2023-07-11 2023-07-25 Quarterly 0.71 0% 0.51%
2023-04-06 2023-04-10 2023-04-24 Quarterly 0.71 +7.6% 0.5%
2023-01-17 2023-01-18 2023-02-01 Quarterly 0.66 0% 0.45%
2022-10-03 2022-10-04 2022-10-19 Quarterly 0.66 0% 0.53%
2022-07-05 2022-07-06 2022-07-20 Quarterly 0.66 0% 0.49%
2022-06-03 0.66 0% 0.48%
2022-04-05 2022-04-06 2022-04-20 Quarterly 0.66 +6.5% 0.49%
2022-01-18 2022-01-19 2022-02-02 Quarterly 0.62 0% 0.44%
2021-10-04 2021-10-05 2021-10-20 Quarterly 0.62 0% 0.43%
2021-07-06 2021-07-07 2021-07-21 Quarterly 0.62 0% 0.47%
2021-04-06 2021-04-07 2021-04-21 Quarterly 0.62 +10.7% N/A
2021-01-19 2021-01-20 2021-02-03 Quarterly 0.56 0% N/A
2020-10-05 2020-10-06 2020-10-21 Quarterly 0.56 0% N/A
2020-07-07 2020-07-08 2020-07-22 Quarterly 0.56 0% N/A
2020-04-06 2020-04-07 2020-04-21 Quarterly 0.56 +5.7% N/A
2020-01-13 2020-01-14 2020-01-29 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2019-10-03 2019-10-04 2019-10-21 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2019-07-05 2019-07-08 2019-07-22 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2019-04-05 2019-04-08 2019-04-22 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2019-01-14 2019-01-15 2019-01-30 Quarterly 0.53 +6% N/A
2018-10-04 2018-10-05 2018-10-22 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-07-06 2018-07-09 2018-07-23 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-04-03 2018-04-04 2018-04-18 Quarterly 0.5 +11.1% N/A
2018-01-08 2018-01-09 2018-01-24 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2017-10-02 2017-10-03 2017-10-18 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2017-07-06 2017-07-10 2017-07-24 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2017-04-03 2017-04-05 2017-04-19 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2017-01-06 2017-01-10 2017-01-25 Quarterly 0.45 +12.5% N/A
2016-09-30 2016-10-04 2016-10-19 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2016-07-01 2016-07-06 2016-07-20 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2016-04-04 2016-04-06 2016-04-20 Quarterly 0.4 +5.3% N/A
2016-01-08 2016-01-12 2016-01-27 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2015-10-02 2015-10-06 2015-10-21 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2015-07-06 2015-07-08 2015-07-22 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2015-04-06 2015-04-08 2015-04-22 Quarterly 0.38 +15.2% N/A
2015-01-09 2015-01-13 2015-01-28 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2014-10-03 2014-10-07 2014-10-22 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2014-07-07 2014-07-09 2014-07-23 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2014-04-04 2014-04-08 2014-04-23 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A

DGX Dividend FAQ

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX) is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating a vast network of laboratories and patient service centers across the United States. The company’s business model centers on high-volume clinical testing, ranging from routine blood work to advanced molecular diagnostics and anatomic pathology. By leveraging an extensive logistics infrastructure, Quest serves a diverse client base including physicians, hospitals, health plans, and life insurers.

What is the Dividend Yield of DGX?

As of May 2026, DGX's dividend yield is 1.78%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.26 USD by the current share price of 193.75.

Does DGX pay a dividend?

As of May 2026, DGX paid a dividend of 3.26 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-04-06 and the payout was 0.86 USD.

How often does DGX pay dividends?

DGX pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, DGX has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-04-06.

DGX dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for DGX for the next payments are between 0.842 (-2.1%) and 0.887 (+3.1%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 1.77%.

Will DGX pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.86 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-04-06. The next Ex-Dividend date for Quest Diagnostics (DGX) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for DGX?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Quest Diagnostics (DGX) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of DGX?

DGX's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 6.81% per year. Strong growth: DGX's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of DGX?

DGX's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.77%. If you bought DGX's shares at 117.75 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.26 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.77% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of DGX?

DGX Payout Consistency is 98.5%. 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: Quest Diagnostics has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does DGX have a good Dividend Yield?

DGX's 1.78% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of DGX?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of DGX is 32.2%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of DGX?

DGX's Overall Dividend Rating is 58.67%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

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

What is the Trend in DGX's Outstanding Shares?

Quest Diagnostics's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 0.39% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -12.2%). 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 DGX ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jun 21, 2005 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
1996 115,600,000 0%
1997 120,000,000 +3.81%
1998 118,400,000 -1.33%
1999 176,524,000 +49.09%
2000 183,780,000 +4.11%
2001 190,844,000 +3.84%
2002 200,074,000 +4.84%
2003 206,284,000 +3.1%
2004 201,718,000 -2.21%
2005 198,395,000 -1.65%
2006 193,379,000 -2.53%
2007 194,143,000 +0.4%
2008 189,370,000 -2.46%
2009 180,200,000 -4.84%
2010 161,500,000 -10.38%
2011 158,300,000 -1.98%
2012 160,100,000 +1.14%
2013 146,000,000 -8.81%
2014 146,000,000 0%
2015 144,000,000 -1.37%
2016 141,000,000 -2.08%
2017 139,000,000 -1.42%
2018 137,000,000 -1.44%
2019 136,000,000 -0.73%
2020 137,000,000 +0.74%
2021 125,000,000 -8.76%
2022 115,000,000 -8%
2023 113,000,000 -1.74%
2024 113,000,000 0%
2025 112,000,000 -0.88%
2026 112,000,000 0%

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: 2026-05-21 03:06 UTC