Diageo plc (DGE.L) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Diageo plc (DGE.L) is a Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries company in the Consumer Defensive sector listed on the London Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.93% ($0.84 per share annually (TTM)), with 1 year of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was April 16, 2026, with payment scheduled for June 4, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 92.0%; the market capitalization is approximately $30.94B.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Diageo plc (DGE.L)

What is Diageo plc's dividend yield?
Diageo plc (DGE.L) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.93%, which works out to $0.84 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Diageo plc pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was April 16, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is June 4, 2026.
How many years has Diageo plc increased its dividend?
Diageo plc (DGE.L) has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year.
Is Diageo plc a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Diageo plc (DGE.L) currently has 1 year of consecutive increases.
What sector is Diageo plc in?
Diageo plc (DGE.L) operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries industry.
What is Diageo plc's dividend payout ratio?
Diageo plc (DGE.L)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 92.0%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.