LDOS Dividend History & Analysis | 1% Yield

LDOS has a dividend yield of 1% and paid 1.63 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.02%
Payout Ratio 14.1%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 3.88%
Consistency Lifetime 85.9%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.66%
Payout FCF 15.1%
Streak Years 14
Dividend Rating 52.29%

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: 33.8%
Total Return 5y: 91.3%

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
IBM 283,865 M 2.57% 7.16%
INFY 73,793 M 2.93% 3.37%
SOP 3,458 M 2.45% 3.71%
DOX 9,092 M 2.45% 3.24%
HCKT 522 M 2.14% 3.81%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
WIT 27,027 M 80.0% 68.3%
SOP 3,458 M 23.5% 78.9%
WAVE 1,818 M 18.9% 89.3%
CAP 27,501 M 14.9% 71.4%
ACN 174,302 M 13.9% 99.0%

LDOS Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of January 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-15 2025-12-15 2025-12-31 Quarterly 0.43 7.5% 0.23%
2025-09-15 2025-09-15 2025-09-30 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.22%
2025-06-16 2025-06-16 2025-06-30 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.27%
2025-03-14 2025-03-14 2025-03-28 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.3%
2024-12-16 2024-12-16 2024-12-31 Quarterly 0.4 5.3% 0.26%
2024-09-13 2024-09-13 2024-09-27 Quarterly 0.38 0% 0.25%
2024-06-14 2024-06-14 2024-06-28 Quarterly 0.38 0% 0.27%
2024-03-14 2024-03-15 2024-03-28 Quarterly 0.38 0% 0.3%
2023-12-14 2023-12-15 2023-12-29 Quarterly 0.38 5.6% 0.35%
2023-09-14 2023-09-15 2023-09-29 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.38%
2023-06-14 2023-06-15 2023-06-30 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.43%
2023-03-14 2023-03-15 2023-03-31 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.39%
2022-12-14 2022-12-15 2022-12-30 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.34%
2022-09-14 2022-09-15 2022-09-30 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.39%
2022-06-14 2022-06-15 2022-06-30 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.36%
2022-03-14 2022-03-15 2022-03-31 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.35%
2021-12-14 2021-12-15 2021-12-30 Quarterly 0.36 0% 0.4%
2021-09-14 2021-09-15 2021-09-30 Quarterly 0.36 5.9% 0.37%
2021-06-14 2021-06-15 2021-06-30 Quarterly 0.34 0% 0.32%
2021-03-12 2021-03-15 2021-03-31 Quarterly 0.34 0% 0.36%
2020-12-14 2020-12-15 2020-12-31 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2020-09-14 2020-09-15 2020-09-30 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2020-06-12 2020-06-15 2020-06-30 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2020-03-13 2020-03-16 2020-04-02 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2019-12-13 2019-12-16 2019-12-27 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2019-09-13 2019-09-16 2019-09-30 Quarterly 0.34 6.3% N/A
2019-06-13 2019-06-14 2019-06-28 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2019-03-14 2019-03-15 2019-03-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2018-12-14 2018-12-17 2018-12-28 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2018-09-14 2018-09-17 2018-09-28 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2018-06-14 2018-06-15 2018-06-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2018-03-14 2018-03-15 2018-03-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2017-12-15 2017-12-18 2017-12-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2017-09-15 2017-09-18 2017-09-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2017-06-13 2017-06-15 2017-06-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2017-03-13 2017-03-15 2017-03-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2016-12-13 2016-12-15 2016-12-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2016-09-16 2016-09-20 2016-09-30 Quarterly 0.32 -97.7% N/A
2016-08-17 2016-08-15 2016-08-22 Other 13.64 4162.5% N/A
2016-06-13 2016-06-15 2016-06-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2016-03-11 2016-03-15 2016-03-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-12-11 2015-12-15 2015-12-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-10-13 2015-10-15 2015-10-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-07-13 2015-07-15 2015-07-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-04-13 2015-04-15 2015-04-30 Quarterly 0.32 -50% N/A
2015-01-13 2015-01-15 2015-01-30 Quarterly 0.64 100% N/A
2014-10-10 2014-10-15 2014-10-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2014-07-11 2014-07-15 2014-07-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2014-04-11 2014-04-15 2014-04-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2014-01-13 2014-01-15 2014-01-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A

LDOS Dividend FAQ

Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LDOS) delivers a broad portfolio of technology and engineering services to government and commercial clients, organized into four primary segments: National Security & Digital, Health & Civil, Commercial & International, and Defense Systems. The National Security & Digital segment leverages AI/ML to integrate sea, ground, air, and space operations, offering cyber-defense, intelligence analysis, biometrics, and digital transformation services. The Health & Civil segment supports air-traffic control, health-mission software, managed health services, and life-science R&D. The Commercial & International segment focuses on grid modernization, airport security platforms, biometric border solutions, and inspection technologies. The Defense Systems segment provides airborne, missile-defense, maritime, aerospace, and cyber-threat systems.

What is the Dividend Yield of LDOS?

As of January 2026, LDOS`s dividend yield is 1.02%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.63 USD by the current share price of 188.28.

Does LDOS pay a dividend?

As of January 2026, LDOS paid a dividend of 1.63 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-15 and the payout was 0.43 USD.

How often does LDOS pay dividends?

LDOS pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, LDOS has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-15.

LDOS dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for LDOS for the next 4 payments are between 0.04 (-90.7%) and 0.702 (+63.3%).
This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment.

Will LDOS pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.43 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Leidos Holdings (LDOS) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for LDOS?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Leidos Holdings (LDOS) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of LDOS?

LDOS's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 3.88% per year.
Strong growth: LDOS's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of LDOS?

LDOS's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.66%. If you bought LDOS's shares at 98.43 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.63 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 1.66% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of LDOS?

LDOS Payout Consistency is 85.9%. 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.
Moderately consistent: Leidos Holdings has a good track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does LDOS have a good Dividend Yield?

LDOS`s 1.02% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of LDOS?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of LDOS is 14.1%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of LDOS?

LDOS`s Overall Dividend Rating is 52.29%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

LDOS Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in LDOS's Outstanding Shares?

Leidos Holdings's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 2.89% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -100.0%).

Shareholder-friendly: The company is actively buying back shares, reducing the share count. This increases earnings per share and often leads to higher dividends per share over time, as profits are distributed among fewer shareholders.

Has LDOS ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Sep 30, 2013 with a ratio of 405:1000.

This was a reverse split: Multiple shares were consolidated into fewer shares, increasing the price per share. This is sometimes used to meet exchange listing requirements and can be a warning sign if the company is struggling.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2005 89,500,000
2006 86,750,000 -3.07%
2007 100,500,000 +15.85%
2008 98,000,000 -2.49%
2009 97,000,000 -1.02%
2010 86,750,000 -10.57%
2011 82,500,000 -4.9%
2012 83,750,000 +1.52%
2013 84,000,000 +0.3%
2014 75,000,000 -10.71%
2015 74,000,000 -1.33%
2016 153,000,000 +106.76%
2017 154,000,000 +0.65%
2018 150,000,000 -2.6%
2019 144,000,000 -4%
2020 144,000,000
2021 142,000,000 -1.39%
2022 138,000,000 -2.82%
2023 138,000,000
2024 134,000,000 -2.9%
2025 130,142,000 -2.88%

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: 2026-01-25 02:16