Yum China Holdings, Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

Dividend history and payout analysis for Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC). 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)

9 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920182017
Dividends per share (FY)$0.96$0.64$0.52$0.48$0.48$0.24$0.48$0.42$0.10
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A1.33%1.22%0.88%0.97%0.43%1.00%1.25%0.25%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A27.22%26.12%45.70%20.51%12.12%25.39%22.74%9.55%

Dividend Payout History

31 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-23December 02, 252025-12-02$0.24
2025-09-23September 02, 252025-09-02$0.24
2025-06-18May 28, 252025-05-28$0.24
2025-03-27March 06, 252025-03-06$0.24
2024-12-17November 26, 242024-11-26$0.16
2024-09-17August 27, 242024-08-27$0.16
2024-06-18May 24, 242024-05-28$0.16
2024-03-26March 04, 242024-03-05$0.16
2023-12-19November 27, 232023-11-28$0.13
2023-09-18August 25, 232023-08-28$0.13
2023-06-20May 26, 232023-05-30$0.13
2023-03-28March 06, 232023-03-07$0.13
2022-12-20November 28, 222022-11-29$0.12
2022-09-15August 24, 222022-08-25$0.12
2022-06-21May 27, 222022-05-31$0.12
2022-03-29March 07, 222022-03-08$0.12
2021-12-16November 23, 212021-11-24$0.12
2021-09-16August 24, 212021-08-25$0.12
2021-06-18May 24, 212021-05-25$0.12
2021-03-25March 02, 212021-03-03$0.12
2020-12-16November 24, 202020-11-25$0.12
2020-03-25March 03, 202020-03-04$0.12
2019-12-17November 25, 192019-11-26$0.12
2019-09-17August 26, 192019-08-27$0.12
2019-06-17May 24, 192019-05-28$0.12
2019-03-21February 27, 192019-02-28$0.12
2018-12-18November 26, 182018-11-27$0.12
2018-09-19August 28, 182018-08-29$0.10
2018-06-20May 29, 182018-05-30$0.10
2018-03-21February 27, 182018-02-28$0.10
2017-12-21November 29, 172017-11-30$0.10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yum China Holdings, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Yum China Holdings, 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 Yum China Holdings, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Yum China Holdings, 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 Yum China Holdings, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Yum China Holdings, 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 Yum China Holdings, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Yum China Holdings, 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 Yum China Holdings, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Yum China Holdings, 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.