GILD Dividend History & Analysis | 2.8% Yield

GILD has a dividend yield of 2.8% and paid 3.16 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.79%
Payout Ratio 50.2%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 2.71%
Consistency Lifetime 100.0%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.63%
Payout FCF 43.5%
Streak Years 11
Dividend Rating 60.21%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 64.2%
Total Return 5y: 171.9%

Top Dividend Payers in Biotechnology

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
ABBV 387,093 M 3.34% 7.54%
AMGN 198,244 M 3.21% 5.93%
HLN 46,623 M 1.76% 2.46%
BIM 13,657 M 0.74% 0.75%
REGN 81,048 M 0.54% 0.91%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
BTX 1,397 M 134% 95.6%
HLN 46,623 M 30.1% 100%
AMGN 198,244 M 7.84% 100%
BIM 13,657 M 9.76% 96.0%
ABBV 387,093 M 5.98% 100%

Quality Dividend Peers in Biotechnology

AMGN
Amgen
 3.21% Yield

GILD Dividend History: Last 43 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-15 2025-12-15 2025-12-30 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.65%
2025-09-15 2025-09-15 2025-09-29 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.69%
2025-06-13 2025-06-13 2025-06-27 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.71%
2025-03-14 2025-03-14 2025-03-28 Quarterly 0.79 2.6% 0.7%
2024-12-13 2024-12-13 2024-12-30 Quarterly 0.77 0% 0.84%
2024-09-13 2024-09-13 2024-09-27 Quarterly 0.77 0% 0.94%
2024-06-14 2024-06-14 2024-06-27 Quarterly 0.77 0% 1.23%
2024-03-14 2024-03-15 2024-03-28 Quarterly 0.77 2.7% 1.03%
2023-12-14 2023-12-15 2023-12-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.91%
2023-09-14 2023-09-15 2023-09-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.98%
2023-06-14 2023-06-15 2023-06-29 Quarterly 0.75 0% 0.96%
2023-03-14 2023-03-15 2023-03-30 Quarterly 0.75 2.7% 0.95%
2022-12-14 2022-12-15 2022-12-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 0.83%
2022-09-14 2022-09-15 2022-09-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 1.13%
2022-06-14 2022-06-15 2022-06-29 Quarterly 0.73 0% 1.25%
2022-03-14 2022-03-15 2022-03-30 Quarterly 0.73 2.8% 1.26%
2021-12-14 2021-12-15 2021-12-30 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1.02%
2021-09-14 2021-09-15 2021-09-29 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1%
2021-06-14 2021-06-15 2021-06-29 Quarterly 0.71 0% 1.04%
2021-03-12 2021-03-15 2021-03-30 Quarterly 0.71 4.4% 1.14%
2020-12-14 2020-12-15 2020-12-30 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-09-14 2020-09-15 2020-09-29 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-06-11 2020-06-12 2020-06-29 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-03-12 2020-03-13 2020-03-30 Quarterly 0.68 7.9% N/A
2019-12-12 2019-12-13 2019-12-30 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-09-12 2019-09-13 2019-09-27 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-06-13 2019-06-14 2019-06-27 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2019-03-14 2019-03-15 2019-03-28 Quarterly 0.63 10.5% N/A
2018-12-13 2018-12-14 2018-12-28 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-09-13 2018-09-14 2018-09-27 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-06-14 2018-06-15 2018-06-28 Quarterly 0.57 0% N/A
2018-03-15 2018-03-16 2018-03-29 Quarterly 0.57 9.6% N/A
2017-12-14 2017-12-15 2017-12-28 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-09-14 2017-09-15 2017-09-28 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-06-14 2017-06-16 2017-06-29 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2017-03-14 2017-03-16 2017-03-30 Quarterly 0.52 10.6% N/A
2016-12-13 2016-12-15 2016-12-29 Quarterly 0.47 0% N/A
2016-09-14 2016-09-16 2016-09-29 Quarterly 0.47 0% N/A
2016-06-14 2016-06-16 2016-06-29 Quarterly 0.47 9.3% N/A
2016-03-14 2016-03-16 2016-03-30 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-12-14 2015-12-16 2015-12-30 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-09-14 2015-09-16 2015-09-29 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2015-06-12 2015-06-16 2015-06-29 Other 0.43 0% N/A

GILD Dividend FAQ

Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ:GILD) is a global biopharmaceutical firm that discovers, develops, and markets medicines for high-unmet-need areas, including HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, viral hepatitis, oncology, pulmonary arterial hypertension, and serious fungal infections. Its product suite spans blockbuster HIV regimens (e.g., Biktarvy, Descovy), the antiviral Veklury for COVID-19, hepatitis cures (Epclusa, Harvoni), and newer oncology assets such as Yescarta, Tecartus, and Trodelvy. The company also maintains a broad network of collaborations with firms like Merck, Galapagos, and Arcus to expand its pipeline across immuno-oncology and small-molecule therapeutics.

What is the Dividend Yield of GILD?

As of February 2026, GILD`s dividend yield is 2.79%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.16 USD by the current share price of 152.50.

Does GILD pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, GILD paid a dividend of 3.16 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-15 and the payout was 0.79 USD.

How often does GILD pay dividends?

GILD pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, GILD has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-15.

GILD dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for GILD for the next 4 payments are between 0.793 (+0.4%) and 0.815 (+3.2%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will GILD pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.79 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for GILD?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Gilead Sciences (GILD) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of GILD?

GILD's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 2.71% per year.
Strong growth: GILD's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of GILD?

GILD's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 5.63%. If you bought GILD's shares at 56.10 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.16 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 5.63% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of GILD?

GILD Payout Consistency is 100.0%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Gilead Sciences has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does GILD have a good Dividend Yield?

GILD`s 2.79% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of GILD?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of GILD is 50.2%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of GILD?

GILD`s Overall Dividend Rating is 60.21%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

GILD Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in GILD's Outstanding Shares?

Gilead Sciences's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 0.08% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -33.3%).

Slightly positive: The company is modestly reducing its share count through buybacks. This provides a small tailwind to earnings per share and dividend sustainability.

Has GILD ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 28, 2013 with a ratio of 2:1.

This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1990 288,000,000
1991 484,800,000 +68.33%
1992 480,000,000 -0.99%
1993 595,555,600 +24.07%
1994 596,363,600 +0.14%
1995 672,000,000 +12.68%
1996 875,294,100 +30.25%
1997 915,555,600 +4.6%
1998 971,034,500 +6.06%
1999 1,389,714,300 +43.12%
2000 1,474,848,000 +6.13%
2001 1,524,896,000 +3.39%
2002 1,569,120,000 +2.9%
2003 1,613,392,000 +2.82%
2004 1,725,092,000 +6.92%
2005 1,824,392,000 +5.76%
2006 1,829,732,000 +0.29%
2007 1,853,926,000 +1.32%
2008 1,841,614,000 -0.66%
2009 1,806,638,000 -1.9%
2010 1,666,012,000 -7.78%
2011 1,534,066,000 -7.92%
2012 1,636,939,000 +6.71%
2013 1,694,212,000 +3.5%
2014 1,597,000,000 -5.74%
2015 1,472,000,000 -7.83%
2016 1,327,000,000 -9.85%
2017 1,307,000,000 -1.51%
2018 1,299,000,000 -0.61%
2019 1,273,000,000 -2%
2020 1,259,000,000 -1.1%
2021 1,262,000,000 +0.24%
2022 1,264,000,000 +0.16%
2023 1,256,000,000 -0.63%
2024 1,259,000,000 +0.24%
2025 1,254,000,000 -0.4%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-03 04:21