MetLife, Inc. (MET) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

MetLife, Inc. (MET) is an Insurance - Life company in the Financial Services sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 2.36% ($2.32 per share annually (TTM)), with 13 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 4, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 8, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 46.4%; the market capitalization is approximately $62.50B. Review MET dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions about MetLife, Inc. (MET)

What is MetLife, Inc.'s dividend yield?
MetLife, Inc. (MET) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 2.36%, which works out to $2.32 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does MetLife, Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was August 4, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 8, 2026.
How many years has MetLife, Inc. increased its dividend?
MetLife, Inc. (MET) has increased its dividend for 13 consecutive years.
Is MetLife, Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. MetLife, Inc. (MET) currently has 13 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is MetLife, Inc. in?
MetLife, Inc. (MET) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Insurance - Life industry.
What is MetLife, Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
MetLife, Inc. (MET)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 46.4%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.