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For Cochlear Limited (COH), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 1.42% and a payout ratio of 71.54%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.
| Metric (FY) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividends per share (FY) | $4.30 | $6.35 | $5.11 | $4.65 | $3.95 | $1.60 | $4.90 | $4.46 | $4.01 | $3.28 | $2.82 | $3.94 | $3.43 | $3.45 | $2.88 | $2.68 | $2.50 | $2.14 | $1.79 | $1.43 | $1.14 | $1.13 | $1.10 | $0.73 | $0.60 | $0.46 | $0.31 | $0.24 | $0.16 | $0.20 |
| Dividend yield (FY) % | 1.42% | 1.16% | 1.31% | 1.49% | 0.46% | 1.78% | 1.51% | 1.40% | 1.62% | 1.74% | 2.71% | 4.13% | 4.10% | 3.65% | 2.92% | 2.56% | 2.78% | 3.26% | 1.81% | 1.65% | 2.01% | 3.45% | 1.96% | 1.23% | 0.90% | 1.21% | 1.45% | 2.16% | 2.91% | 2.51% |
| Payout ratio (FY) % | 71.54% | 68.86% | 65.67% | 67.10% | 23.15% | -81.28% | 65.70% | 65.54% | 64.19% | 63.57% | 84.92% | 154.64% | 107.50% | 240.28% | 66.04% | 69.02% | 68.57% | 67.56% | 60.30% | 61.35% | 3667.12% | 6748.33% | 57.16% | 54.72% | 57.99% | 88.15% | 53.86% | 50.81% | 57.82% | 38.12% |
| Pay Date | Ex-Date | Record Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-13 | September 18, 25 | 2025-09-19 | $2.15 |
| 2025-04-14 | March 20, 25 | 2025-03-21 | $2.15 |
| 2024-10-10 | September 17, 24 | 2024-09-18 | $3.25 |
| 2024-04-15 | March 21, 24 | 2024-03-22 | $3.10 |
| 2023-10-11 | September 18, 23 | 2023-09-19 | $2.71 |
| 2023-04-14 | March 21, 23 | 2023-03-22 | $2.40 |
| 2022-10-17 | September 21, 22 | 2022-09-23 | $2.25 |
| 2022-04-21 | March 28, 22 | 2022-03-29 | $2.40 |
| 2021-10-18 | September 23, 21 | 2021-09-24 | $2.17 |
| 2021-04-20 | March 25, 21 | 2021-03-26 | $1.78 |
| 2020-04-17 | March 24, 20 | 2020-03-25 | $1.60 |
| 2019-10-14 | September 19, 19 | 2019-09-20 | $2.50 |
| 2019-04-16 | March 25, 19 | 2019-03-26 | $2.40 |
| 2018-10-10 | September 17, 18 | 2018-09-18 | $2.29 |
| 2018-04-12 | March 19, 18 | 2018-03-20 | $2.17 |
| 2017-10-11 | September 19, 17 | 2017-09-20 | $2.00 |
| 2017-04-06 | March 15, 17 | 2017-03-16 | $2.01 |
| 2016-09-29 | September 07, 16 | 2016-09-08 | $1.71 |
| 2016-04-01 | March 09, 16 | 2016-03-11 | $1.57 |
| 2015-10-01 | September 08, 15 | 2015-09-10 | $1.43 |
| 2015-03-26 | March 02, 15 | 2015-03-05 | $1.39 |
| 2014-09-25 | September 02, 14 | 2014-09-04 | $1.97 |
| 2014-03-27 | February 27, 14 | 2014-03-06 | $1.97 |
| 2013-09-19 | August 23, 13 | 2013-08-29 | $1.97 |
| 2013-03-12 | February 20, 13 | 2013-02-27 | $1.46 |
| 2012-09-20 | August 24, 12 | 2012-08-30 | $1.94 |
| 2012-03-13 | February 21, 12 | 2012-02-28 | $1.51 |
| 2011-09-22 | August 26, 11 | 2011-09-01 | $1.56 |
| 2011-03-15 | February 20, 11 | 2011-02-25 | $1.32 |
| 2010-09-23 | August 27, 10 | 2010-09-02 | $1.32 |
| 2010-03-16 | February 21, 10 | 2010-02-26 | $1.36 |
| 2009-09-24 | August 28, 09 | 2009-09-03 | $1.36 |
| 2009-03-17 | February 22, 09 | 2009-02-27 | $1.14 |
| 2008-09-25 | August 29, 08 | 2008-09-04 | $1.14 |
| 2008-03-18 | February 24, 08 | 2008-02-29 | $1.00 |
| 2007-09-27 | August 31, 07 | 2007-09-06 | $1.00 |
| 2007-03-20 | February 25, 07 | 2007-03-02 | $0.79 |
| 2006-09-21 | August 25, 06 | 2006-08-31 | $0.79 |
| 2006-03-14 | February 19, 06 | 2006-02-24 | $0.64 |
| 2005-09-22 | August 26, 05 | 2005-09-01 | $0.64 |
| 2005-03-15 | February 20, 05 | 2005-02-25 | $0.50 |
| 2004-09-23 | August 27, 04 | 2004-09-02 | $0.63 |
| 2004-03-17 | February 18, 04 | 2004-02-25 | $0.50 |
| 2003-09-23 | August 27, 03 | 2003-09-02 | $0.63 |
| 2003-03-19 | February 23, 03 | 2003-02-28 | $0.47 |
| 2002-09-24 | August 28, 02 | 2002-09-03 | $0.43 |
| 2002-03-20 | February 20, 02 | 2002-02-27 | $0.30 |
| 2001-09-25 | August 29, 01 | 2001-09-04 | $0.30 |
| 2001-03-20 | February 20, 01 | 2001-02-27 | $0.30 |
| 2000-09-26 | August 29, 00 | 2000-09-05 | $0.23 |
| 2000-03-22 | February 23, 00 | 2000-03-01 | $0.23 |
| 1999-09-22 | August 26, 99 | 1999-09-01 | $0.19 |
| 1999-03-23 | February 22, 99 | 1999-03-02 | $0.12 |
| 1998-09-22 | August 26, 98 | 1998-09-01 | $0.15 |
| 1998-04-17 | March 30, 98 | 1998-04-03 | $0.09 |
| 1997-10-21 | September 25, 97 | 1997-10-01 | $0.09 |
| 1997-04-24 | April 04, 97 | 1997-04-10 | $0.07 |
| 1996-10-22 | September 25, 96 | 1996-10-01 | $0.12 |
| 1996-05-03 | April 15, 96 | 1996-04-19 | $0.08 |
The dividend yield shows how much Cochlear Limited returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.
By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Cochlear Limited, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.
Comparing Cochlear Limited's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.
Analyzing Cochlear Limited's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.
Investors often include Cochlear Limited dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.
