Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (ERIC) Dividend History & Analysis

Track McKesson's (ERIC) dividend history - current yield, annual dividend growth rate, payout history and peer comparisons.

Yield 12m 5.21%
Dividends per Share 12m 0.39
Dividend Growth Rate 5y 9.96%
Overall Dividend Rating 67.46%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.93%
Payout Ratio 3.0%
Payout Frequency 12m 3
Payout Consistency 73.8%
Total Return 12m: 49.90%
#21 in Group
Total Return 5y: 17.34%
#49 in Group

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

Number of Payouts Yearly

5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield

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Highest Dividend Yields in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Dividend Yield Yield on Cost
ERIC 27,231m 5.21% 5.93%
ET 554m 14.0% 25.5%
ITRN 734m 5.32% 13.9%
EVS 548m 3.26% 11.1%
Highest Dividend Growth Rate in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Growth Rate Payout Ratio
ERIC 27,231m 9.96% 3.0%
MSI 70,566m 8.91% 29.9%
CSCO 242,119m 2.14% 44.7%
JNPR 12,048m 1.92% 51.2%

ERIC Dividend History: Last 40 Payments (USD)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-03-27 2025-03-27 Semiannual 0.131 -1.5% 1.64%
2024-10-02 2024-10-02 2024-10-16 Semiannual 0.133 3.1% 1.79%
2024-04-04 2024-04-05 2024-04-17 Semiannual 0.129 3.2% 2.41%
2023-09-28 2023-09-29 2023-10-04 Semiannual 0.125 -4.1% 2.63%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-04-14 Semiannual 0.1303 12.3% 2.28%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-10-14 Semiannual 0.116 -12.9% 2.02%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-04-13 Semiannual 0.1332 14.8% 1.4%
2021-09-30 2021-10-01 2021-10-19 Semiannual 0.116 -4.1% 1.03%
2021-03-31 2021-04-01 2021-04-16 Semiannual 0.121 42.4% 0.92%
2020-10-01 2020-10-02 2020-10-15 Semiannual 0.085 9% 0.79%
2020-04-01 2020-04-02 2020-04-22 Annual 0.078 -28.4% 1%
2019-03-28 2019-03-29 2019-04-12 Annual 0.109 -13.5%
2018-04-02 2018-04-03 2018-04-16 Annual 0.126 12.5%
2017-03-30 2017-03-31 2017-04-17 Annual 0.112 -73.9%
2016-04-14 2016-04-15 2016-04-27 Annual 0.429 8.9%
2015-04-15 2015-04-16 2015-04-28 Annual 0.394 -14.7%
2014-04-14 2014-04-16 2014-04-30 Annual 0.462 6.7%
2013-04-10 2013-04-12 2013-04-25 Annual 0.433 24.7%
2012-05-07 2012-05-08 2012-05-24 Annual 0.3471 -8.1%
2012-05-04 0.3779 8.6%
2011-04-14 2011-04-18 2011-05-03 Annual 0.348 80.3%
2010-04-14 2010-04-16 2010-04-30 Annual 0.193 -12.7%
2009-04-23 2009-04-27 2009-05-14 Annual 0.221 -45.9%
2008-04-10 2008-04-14 2008-04-30 Annual 0.4085 14.3%
2007-04-12 2007-04-16 2007-05-01 Annual 0.3575 23.3%
2006-04-11 2006-04-13 2006-05-05 Annual 0.29 62%
2005-04-07 2005-04-11 2005-04-28 Annual 0.179 258%
2002-08-09 0.05 -80%
2001-03-29 2001-04-02 2001-04-16 Annual 0.25 -13.4%
2000-04-03 2000-04-05 2000-04-17 Annual 0.2888 362%
2000-03-24 0.0625 -3.8%
1999-03-24 1999-03-26 1999-04-13 Annual 0.065 9.5%
1998-03-31 1998-04-02 1998-04-16 Annual 0.0594 35.7%
1997-04-28 1997-04-30 1997-05-16 Annual 0.0438 27.3%
1996-05-09 1996-05-13 1996-05-30 Annual 0.0344 37.5%
1995-05-09 1995-05-15 1995-06-05 Annual 0.025 33.3%
1994-05-10 1994-05-16 1994-06-07 Annual 0.0188 -5.5%
1993-05-10 1993-05-14 1993-06-15 Annual 0.0198 1.6%
1992-05-08 1992-05-14 1992-06-12 Annual 0.0195 -78.3%
1991-05-09 1991-05-15 1991-06-14 Annual 0.0899

ERIC Dividend FAQ

Does ERIC pay dividends?

Yes, as of April 2025, ERIC paid a dividend of 0.39 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-03-27.

What is the Dividend Yield of ERIC?

As of April 2025, ERIC`s dividend yield is 5.21%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 390K USD by the current share price of 7.78.

How often does ERIC pay dividends?

ERIC pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months (TTM), ERIC has issued 3 dividend payments.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for ERIC?

The next ex-dividend date for Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (ERIC) is unknown.

What is the Dividend Growth of ERIC?

ERIC's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 9.96M% per year.
Strong growth: Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of ERIC?

ERIC's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 5.93M%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (390K) divided by the purchase price five years ago (6.63):

What is the Payout Consistency of ERIC?

ERIC Payout Consistency is 73.8%.
Unstable: Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson has an inconsistent track record of dividend payments.

Does ERIC have a good Dividend Yield?

ERIC`s 5.21% Dividend Yield is considered as good.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of ERIC?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of ERIC is 3.0%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of ERIC?

ERIC`s Overall Dividend Rating is 67.46%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

ERIC Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in ERIC`s Outstanding Shares?

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.05% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: 40.0%), negatively influencing stock price.

Has Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, last Stock Split was on 2008-06-10 with a factor of 2:1. This stock split increased the number of shares and lowered the price per share by a ratio of 2.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1986 1,390,265,600
1987 1,390,265,600
1988 1,390,265,600
1989 1,390,265,600
1990 1,390,265,600
1991 1,390,265,600
1992 1,006,000,000 -27.64%
1993 1,055,000,000 +4.87%
1994 1,277,333,300 +21.07%
1995 1,355,333,300 +6.11%
1996 1,722,000,000 +27.05%
1997 1,302,250,000 -24.38%
1998 1,597,600,000 +22.68%
1999 1,597,600,000
2000 1,598,600,000 +0.06%
2001 1,581,800,000 -1.05%
2002 3,194,000,000 +101.92%
2003 3,164,000,000 -0.94%
2004 3,166,000,000 +0.06%
2005 3,170,000,000 +0.13%
2006 3,174,400,000 +0.14%
2007 3,178,800,000 +0.14%
2008 3,184,000,000 +0.16%
2009 3,190,000,000 +0.19%
2010 3,198,000,000 +0.25%
2011 3,237,000,000 +1.22%
2012 3,251,000,000 +0.43%
2013 3,261,000,000 +0.31%
2014 3,274,000,000 +0.4%
2015 3,251,000,000 -0.7%
2016 3,308,000,000 +1.75%
2017 3,322,000,000 +0.42%
2018 3,322,000,000
2019 3,326,000,000 +0.12%
2020 3,331,000,000 +0.15%
2021 3,333,000,000 +0.06%
2022 3,334,000,000 +0.03%
2023 3,330,142,400 -0.12%
2024 3,339,000,000 +0.27%