Eastern Bankshares, Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Eastern Bankshares, Inc. (EBC). Use the fiscal-year summary and the payout history table below to track dividend per share, dividend yield, and payout ratio changes over time, plus the key dates investors watch for dividend investing.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

5 years
Metric (FY)20252024202320222021
Dividends per share (FY)$0.51$0.45$0.41$0.40$0.30
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A2.64%2.89%2.31%1.48%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A69.04%28.72%32.98%33.34%

Dividend Payout History

20 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-15December 03, 252025-12-03$0.13
2025-09-15September 03, 252025-09-03$0.13
2025-06-16June 03, 252025-06-03$0.13
2025-03-14March 03, 252025-03-03$0.12
2024-12-16December 03, 242024-12-03$0.12
2024-09-16September 03, 242024-09-03$0.11
2024-06-14June 03, 242024-06-03$0.11
2024-03-15February 29, 242024-03-01$0.11
2023-12-15November 30, 232023-12-01$0.11
2023-09-15August 31, 232023-09-01$0.10
2023-06-15June 01, 232023-06-02$0.10
2023-03-15March 02, 232023-03-03$0.10
2022-12-15December 01, 222022-12-02$0.10
2022-09-15September 01, 222022-09-02$0.10
2022-06-15June 02, 222022-06-03$0.10
2022-03-15March 02, 222022-03-03$0.10
2021-12-15December 02, 212021-12-03$0.08
2021-09-15September 02, 212021-09-03$0.08
2021-06-15June 02, 212021-06-03$0.08
2021-03-15March 02, 212021-03-03$0.06

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastern Bankshares, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Eastern Bankshares, Inc. 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.

How has Eastern Bankshares, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Eastern Bankshares, Inc., 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.

Is Eastern Bankshares, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Eastern Bankshares, Inc.'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.

Can Eastern Bankshares, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Eastern Bankshares, Inc.'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.

Should I consider Eastern Bankshares, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Eastern Bankshares, Inc. 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.