Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) is a Railroads company in the Industrials sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 2.01% ($3.60 per share annually (TTM)), with 28 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was September 8, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 29, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 46.2%; the market capitalization is approximately $76.95B.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)

What is Canadian National Railway Company's dividend yield?
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 2.01%, which works out to $3.60 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Canadian National Railway Company pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was September 8, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 29, 2026.
How many years has Canadian National Railway Company increased its dividend?
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) has increased its dividend for 28 consecutive years, qualifying it as a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ years of consecutive increases for S&P 500 members).
Is Canadian National Railway Company a Dividend Aristocrat?
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) has 28 consecutive years of dividend increases. Aristocrat status also requires S&P 500 membership; see our curated Dividend Aristocrats list for the full roster.
What sector is Canadian National Railway Company in?
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Railroads industry.
What is Canadian National Railway Company's dividend payout ratio?
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 46.2%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.