KO Dividend History & Analysis | 3.6% Yield

KO has a dividend yield of 3.6% and paid 2.06 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 3.63%
Payout Ratio 68.7%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 4.97%
Consistency Lifetime 100.0%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.44%
Payout FCF 165.8%
Streak Years 55
Dividend Rating 68.62%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
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.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 10.1%
Total Return 5y: 63.2%

Top Dividend Payers in Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages

Top 4 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
FMX 35,034 M 7.80% 12.2%
KOF 19,878 M 4.34% 10.3%
COKE 13,798 M 0.76% 11.2%
CCEP 41,936 M 2.61% 5.25%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
COKE 13,798 M 77.8% 92.5%
FMX 35,034 M 55.5% 87.9%
KDP 36,073 M 8.01% 88.6%
PEP 207,467 M 7.27% 97.5%
CCEP 41,936 M 9.56% 90.3%

Quality Dividend Peers in Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages

FMX
Fomento Economico
 7.80% Yield
PEP
PepsiCo
 4.81% Yield

KO Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of March 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2026-03-13 2026-03-13 2026-04-01 Quarterly 0.53 3.9% 0.68%
2025-12-01 2025-12-01 2025-12-15 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.7%
2025-09-15 2025-09-15 2025-10-01 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.76%
2025-06-13 2025-06-13 2025-07-01 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.71%
2025-03-14 2025-03-14 2025-04-01 Quarterly 0.51 5.2% 0.74%
2024-11-29 2024-11-29 2024-12-16 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.76%
2024-09-13 2024-09-13 2024-10-01 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.68%
2024-06-14 2024-06-14 2024-07-01 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.78%
2024-03-14 2024-03-15 2024-04-01 Quarterly 0.485 5.4% 0.8%
2023-11-30 2023-12-01 2023-12-15 Quarterly 0.46 0% 0.79%
2023-09-14 2023-09-15 2023-10-02 Quarterly 0.46 0% 0.79%
2023-06-15 2023-06-16 2023-07-03 Quarterly 0.46 0% 0.76%
2023-03-16 2023-03-17 2023-04-03 Quarterly 0.46 4.5% 0.77%
2022-11-30 2022-12-01 2022-12-15 Quarterly 0.44 0% 0.71%
2022-09-15 2022-09-16 2022-10-03 Quarterly 0.44 0% 0.73%
2022-06-14 2022-06-15 2022-07-01 Quarterly 0.44 0% 0.72%
2022-03-14 2022-03-15 2022-04-01 Quarterly 0.44 4.8% 0.76%
2021-11-30 2021-12-01 2021-12-15 Quarterly 0.42 0% 0.78%
2021-09-14 2021-09-15 2021-10-01 Quarterly 0.42 0% 0.75%
2021-06-14 2021-06-15 2021-07-01 Quarterly 0.42 0% 0.75%
2021-03-12 2021-03-15 2021-04-01 Quarterly 0.42 2.4% N/A
2020-11-30 2020-12-01 2020-12-15 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2020-09-14 2020-09-15 2020-10-01 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2020-06-12 2020-06-15 2020-07-01 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2020-03-13 2020-03-16 2020-04-01 Quarterly 0.41 2.5% N/A
2019-11-29 2019-12-02 2019-12-16 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2019-09-13 2019-09-16 2019-10-01 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2019-06-13 2019-06-14 2019-07-01 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2019-03-14 2019-03-15 2019-04-01 Quarterly 0.4 2.6% N/A
2018-11-29 2018-11-30 2018-12-14 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2018-09-13 2018-09-14 2018-10-01 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2018-06-14 2018-06-15 2018-07-02 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2018-03-14 2018-03-15 2018-04-02 Quarterly 0.39 5.4% N/A
2017-11-30 2017-12-01 2017-12-15 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2017-09-14 2017-09-15 2017-10-02 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2017-06-13 2017-06-15 2017-07-03 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2017-03-13 2017-03-15 2017-04-03 Quarterly 0.37 5.7% N/A
2016-11-29 2016-12-01 2016-12-15 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A
2016-09-13 2016-09-15 2016-10-03 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A
2016-06-13 2016-06-15 2016-07-01 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A
2016-03-11 2016-03-15 2016-04-01 Quarterly 0.35 6.1% N/A
2015-11-27 2015-12-01 2015-12-15 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2015-09-11 2015-09-15 2015-10-01 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2015-06-11 2015-06-15 2015-07-01 Quarterly 0.33 0% N/A
2015-03-12 2015-03-16 2015-04-01 Quarterly 0.33 8.2% N/A
2014-11-26 2014-12-01 2014-12-15 Quarterly 0.305 0% N/A
2014-09-11 2014-09-15 2014-10-01 Quarterly 0.305 0% N/A
2014-06-12 2014-06-16 2014-07-01 Quarterly 0.305 0% N/A
2014-03-12 2014-03-14 2014-04-01 Quarterly 0.305 8.9% N/A
2013-11-27 2013-12-02 2013-12-16 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A

KO Dividend FAQ

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is a global beverage leader that manufactures, markets and sells a broad portfolio of non-alcoholic drinks-including sparkling soft drinks, water, sports, coffee, tea, juice, dairy-alternatives and plant-based beverages-through a network of independent bottlers, distributors and retailers. Its brands span iconic names such as Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coke Zero Sugar, Sprite, Fanta, Powerade, Dasani, Smartwater, Minute Made, Costa Coffee, BODYARMOR and the recent Topo Chico acquisition, covering virtually every consumer segment from carbonated sodas to premium ready-to-drink coffee.

What is the Dividend Yield of KO?

As of March 2026, KO`s dividend yield is 3.63%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.06 USD by the current share price of 75.71.

Does KO pay a dividend?

As of March 2026, KO paid a dividend of 2.06 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-03-13 and the payout was 0.53 USD.

How often does KO pay dividends?

KO pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, KO has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-03-13.

KO dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for KO for the next payments are between 0.532 (+0.4%) and 0.542 (+2.3%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 2.83%.

Will KO pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.53 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-03-13. The next Ex-Dividend date for The Coca-Cola (KO) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for KO?

The next Ex-Dividend date for The Coca-Cola (KO) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of KO?

KO's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 4.97% per year.
Strong growth: KO's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of KO?

KO's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 4.44%. If you bought KO's shares at 46.40 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (2.06 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 4.44% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of KO?

KO 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: The Coca-Cola has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does KO have a good Dividend Yield?

KO`s 3.63% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of KO?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of KO is 68.7%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of KO?

KO`s Overall Dividend Rating is 68.62%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

KO Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in KO's Outstanding Shares?

The Coca-Cola's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 0.2% 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 KO ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Aug 13, 2012 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
1985 6,295,648,000
1986 6,190,768,000 -1.67%
1987 6,031,696,000 -2.57%
1988 5,743,536,000 -4.78%
1989 5,478,461,500 -4.62%
1990 5,192,000,000 -5.23%
1991 5,070,000,000 -2.35%
1992 5,148,571,400 +1.55%
1993 5,130,434,800 -0.35%
1994 5,088,000,000 -0.83%
1995 5,006,000,000 -1.61%
1996 4,960,000,000 -0.92%
1997 4,942,000,000 -0.36%
1998 4,932,000,000 -0.2%
1999 4,944,000,000 +0.24%
2000 4,972,000,000 +0.57%
2001 4,970,000,000 -0.04%
2002 4,938,000,000 -0.64%
2003 4,880,000,000 -1.17%
2004 4,818,000,000 -1.27%
2005 4,730,000,000 -1.83%
2006 4,642,000,000 -1.86%
2007 4,702,000,000 +1.29%
2008 4,626,000,000 -1.62%
2009 4,632,000,000 +0.13%
2010 4,672,000,000 +0.86%
2011 4,602,000,000 -1.5%
2012 4,557,000,000 -0.98%
2013 4,482,000,000 -1.65%
2014 4,437,000,000 -1%
2015 4,390,000,000 -1.06%
2016 4,345,000,000 -1.03%
2017 4,261,000,000 -1.93%
2018 4,304,000,000 +1.01%
2019 4,322,000,000 +0.42%
2020 4,329,000,000 +0.16%
2021 4,347,000,000 +0.42%
2022 4,347,000,000
2023 4,330,000,000 -0.39%
2024 4,320,000,000 -0.23%
2025 4,313,000,000 -0.16%

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: 2026-03-23 02:16