Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) is a Drug Manufacturers - General company in the Healthcare sector listed on the London Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.04% ($3.32 per share annually (TTM)), with 8 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was March 16, 2026, with payment scheduled for April 7, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 44.8%; the market capitalization is approximately $300.70B.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L)

What is Merck & Co., Inc.'s dividend yield?
Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.04%, which works out to $3.32 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Merck & Co., Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was March 16, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is April 7, 2026.
How many years has Merck & Co., Inc. increased its dividend?
Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) has increased its dividend for 8 consecutive years.
Is Merck & Co., Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) currently has 8 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is Merck & Co., Inc. in?
Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L) operates in the Healthcare sector, specifically the Drug Manufacturers - General industry.
What is Merck & Co., Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
Merck & Co., Inc. (0QAH.L)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 44.8%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.