Prudential plc Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Prudential plc (PUK). 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)

26 years
Metric (FY)20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003200220012000
Dividends per share (FY)$0.48$0.42$0.39$0.36$0.32$0.63$6.50$1.32$1.12$1.39$1.15$1.17$0.93$0.80$0.81$0.62$0.59$0.73$0.69$0.59$0.59$1.09$0.77$0.84$0.80$0.27
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A3.19%2.27%1.54%1.24%2.33%3.29%2.69%1.81%2.48%1.69%1.47%1.41%2.98%3.97%2.66%2.15%2.88%1.46%1.91%2.52%3.37%N/AN/AN/AN/A
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A24.16%31.33%-47.07%-20.62%38.43%208.68%41.35%48.51%65.96%37.77%40.39%58.02%30.28%43.09%31.38%50.89%-75.00%26.93%36.96%43.85%65.78%N/AN/AN/AN/A

Dividend Payout History

53 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-10-16September 05, 252025-09-05$0.15
2025-05-14March 28, 252025-03-28$0.33
2024-10-23September 06, 242024-09-06$0.14
2024-05-16April 01, 242024-04-02$0.28
2023-10-19September 07, 232023-09-08$0.13
2023-05-15March 23, 232023-03-24$0.26
2022-09-27August 18, 222022-08-19$0.12
2022-05-13March 24, 222022-03-25$0.24
2021-09-28August 19, 212021-08-20$0.11
2021-05-14March 25, 212021-03-26$0.21
2020-09-28August 20, 202020-08-21$0.11
2020-05-15March 26, 202020-03-27$0.52
2019-11-08November 01, 192019-11-04$5.21
2019-10-03August 22, 192019-08-23$0.40
2019-05-24March 28, 192019-03-29$0.89
2018-10-04August 23, 182018-08-24$0.41
2018-05-25April 02, 182018-04-03$0.91
2017-10-05August 23, 172017-08-25$0.38
2017-05-26March 29, 172017-03-31$0.74
2016-10-06August 24, 162016-08-26$0.34
2016-05-27March 24, 162016-03-29$1.05
2015-10-01August 19, 15N/A$0.38
2015-05-29March 25, 152015-03-27$0.77
2014-10-02August 20, 142014-08-22$0.38
2014-06-02March 26, 142014-03-28$0.79
2013-10-03August 21, 132013-08-23$0.30
2013-05-31March 28, 132013-04-02$0.63
2012-10-04August 22, 12N/A$0.26
2012-06-01March 28, 12N/A$0.54
2011-09-29August 17, 11N/A$0.26
2011-06-03March 30, 11N/A$0.55
2010-09-30August 18, 10N/A$0.21
2010-06-04April 07, 10N/A$0.41
2009-10-01August 19, 09N/A$0.21
2009-06-01April 09, 09N/A$0.38
N/AAugust 13, 08N/A$0.24
N/AApril 09, 08N/A$0.49
N/AAugust 15, 07N/A$0.23
N/AApril 11, 07N/A$0.46
N/AAugust 16, 06N/A$0.20
N/AMarch 22, 06N/A$0.39
N/AAugust 17, 05N/A$0.18
N/AMarch 16, 05N/A$0.41
N/ANovember 04, 04N/A$0.49
N/AAugust 18, 04N/A$0.20
N/AMarch 17, 04N/A$0.40
N/AAugust 20, 03N/A$0.17
N/AMarch 19, 03N/A$0.60
N/ASeptember 11, 02N/A$0.31
N/AMarch 20, 02N/A$0.53
N/ASeptember 19, 01N/A$0.28
N/AMarch 28, 01N/A$0.52
N/ASeptember 20, 00N/A$0.27

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prudential plc's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Prudential plc 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 Prudential plc's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Prudential plc, 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 Prudential plc a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Prudential plc'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 Prudential plc maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Prudential plc'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 Prudential plc dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Prudential plc 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.