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AIT Dividend History & Analysis | 0.7% Yield

AIT has a dividend yield of 0.7% and paid 1.75 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.68%
Dividends per Share 12m 1.75
Dividend Growth Rate CAGR 5y 3.70%
Overall Dividend Rating 52.25%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.65%
Payout Ratio 17.7%
Payouts in the last 12m 4
Payout Consistency 5y 98.33%

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.
Number of Payouts Yearly This chart shows the number of dividend payouts per year. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over the last 5 years in one graph. The price axis is on the left and the dividend yield axis is on the right.
Total Return 12m: 9.9% (S&P 500: 18.9%)
Total Return 5y: 290.4% (S&P 500: 105%)

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost (purchase 5y ago)
RXL 10,022 M 4.07% 14.2%
MSM 4,821 M 4.93% 6.81%
WSO 14,911 M 3.27% 6.01%
FTAI 19,157 M 0.74% 9.49%
HRI 4,608 M 1.99% 6.14%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Growth Rate (CAGR) Payout Consistency
VSTS 692 M 300% 100%
ALTG 196 M 174% 100%
HRI 4,608 M 74.6% 100%
RXL 10,022 M 37.7% 64.5%
RUSHA 3,971 M 26.8% 100%

Similar Stocks with Attractive Dividends - Compare AIT Dividends with its Peer-Group

HRI
Herc Holdings
 1.99% Yield
RXL
Rexel S.A
 4.07% Yield
WSO
Watsco
 3.27% Yield
RUSHB
Rush Enterprises
 1.48% Yield
RUSHA
Rush Enterprises
 1.55% Yield
SIX3
Sixt SE
 5.06% Yield

AIT Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of November 2025

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-08-15 2025-08-15 2025-08-29 Quarterly 0.46 0% 0.17%
2025-05-15 2025-05-15 2025-05-30 Quarterly 0.46 0% 0.2%
2025-02-14 2025-02-14 2025-02-28 Quarterly 0.46 24.3% 0.17%
2024-11-15 2024-11-15 2024-11-29 Quarterly 0.37 0% 0.14%
2024-08-15 2024-08-15 2024-08-30 Quarterly 0.37 0% 0.19%
2024-05-14 2024-05-15 2024-05-31 Quarterly 0.37 0% 0.19%
2024-02-14 2024-02-15 2024-02-29 Quarterly 0.37 5.7% 0.2%
2023-11-14 2023-11-15 2023-11-30 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.21%
2023-08-14 2023-08-15 2023-08-31 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.23%
2023-05-12 2023-05-15 2023-05-31 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.27%
2023-02-14 2023-02-15 2023-02-28 Quarterly 0.35 2.9% 0.25%
2022-11-14 2022-11-15 2022-11-30 Quarterly 0.34 0% 0.27%
2022-08-12 2022-08-15 2022-08-31 Quarterly 0.34 0% 0.29%
2022-05-13 2022-05-16 2022-05-31 Quarterly 0.34 0% 0.33%
2022-02-14 2022-02-15 2022-02-28 Quarterly 0.34 3% 0.36%
2021-11-12 2021-11-15 2021-11-30 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.32%
2021-08-13 2021-08-16 2021-08-31 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.36%
2021-05-13 2021-05-14 2021-05-28 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.33%
2021-02-12 2021-02-16 2021-02-26 Quarterly 0.33 3.1% 0.41%
2020-11-13 2020-11-16 2020-11-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% 0.46%
2020-08-13 2020-08-14 2020-08-31 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2020-05-14 2020-05-15 2020-05-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2020-02-13 2020-02-14 2020-02-28 Quarterly 0.32 3.2% N/A
2019-11-14 2019-11-15 2019-11-29 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2019-08-14 2019-08-15 2019-08-30 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2019-05-14 2019-05-15 2019-05-31 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2019-02-14 2019-02-15 2019-02-28 Quarterly 0.31 3.3% N/A
2018-11-14 2018-11-15 2018-11-30 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2018-08-14 2018-08-15 2018-08-31 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2018-05-14 2018-05-15 2018-05-31 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2018-02-14 2018-02-15 2018-02-28 Quarterly 0.3 3.4% N/A
2017-11-14 2017-11-15 2017-11-30 Quarterly 0.29 0% N/A
2017-08-11 2017-08-15 2017-08-31 Quarterly 0.29 0% N/A
2017-05-11 2017-05-15 2017-05-31 Quarterly 0.29 0% N/A
2017-02-13 2017-02-15 2017-02-28 Quarterly 0.29 3.6% N/A
2016-11-10 2016-11-15 2016-11-30 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A
2016-08-11 2016-08-15 2016-08-31 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A
2016-05-12 2016-05-16 2016-05-31 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A
2016-02-11 2016-02-16 2016-02-29 Quarterly 0.28 3.7% N/A
2015-11-12 2015-11-16 2015-11-30 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2015-08-12 2015-08-14 2015-08-31 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2015-05-13 2015-05-15 2015-05-29 Quarterly 0.27 0% N/A
2015-02-11 2015-02-13 2015-02-27 Quarterly 0.27 8% N/A
2014-11-12 2014-11-14 2014-11-28 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-08-13 2014-08-15 2014-08-29 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-05-13 2014-05-15 2014-05-30 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-02-12 2014-02-14 2014-02-28 Quarterly 0.25 8.7% N/A
2013-11-13 2013-11-15 2013-11-29 Quarterly 0.23 0% N/A
2013-08-13 2013-08-15 2013-08-30 Quarterly 0.23 0% N/A
2013-05-13 2013-05-15 2013-05-31 Quarterly 0.23 0% N/A

AIT Dividend FAQ

Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE:AIT) is a global distributor of motion, power, control, and automation solutions, serving customers across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Costa Rica. The company operates two primary segments: Service Center and Engineered Solutions.

What is the Dividend Yield of AIT?

As of November 2025, AIT`s dividend yield is 0.68%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.75 USD by the current share price of 257.90.

Does AIT pay a dividend?

As of November 2025, AIT paid a dividend of 1.75 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-08-15 and the payout was 0.46 USD.

How often does AIT pay dividends?

AIT pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, AIT has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-08-15.

Will AIT pay dividends in 2025?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.46 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-08-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Applied Industrial (AIT) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for AIT?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Applied Industrial (AIT) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of AIT?

AIT's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 3.70% per year.
Strong growth: AIT's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of AIT?

AIT's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.65%. If you bought AIT's shares at 66.06 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.75 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.65% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of AIT?

AIT Payout Consistency is 95.5%. 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: Applied Industrial has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does AIT have a good Dividend Yield?

AIT`s 0.68% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of AIT?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of AIT is 17.7%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of AIT?

AIT`s Overall Dividend Rating is 52.25%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

AIT Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in AIT`s Outstanding Shares (CAGR)?

Applied Industrial`s outstanding shares have decreased by approximately -1.32% annually over the past 3 years (Correlation: -100.0%), positively influencing the share price.

Has Applied Industrial ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last Stock Split was on 2006-06-16 with a factor of 3:2. This stock split increased the number of shares and lowered the price per share by a ratio of 1.5.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 45,429,300
1986 45,658,600 +0.5%
1987 42,077,900 -7.84%
1988 38,294,900 -8.99%
1989 36,027,000 -5.92%
1990 35,732,500 -0.82%
1991 35,746,000 +0.04%
1992 36,766,500 +2.85%
1993 37,150,800 +1.05%
1994 39,162,100 +5.41%
1995 39,986,700 +2.11%
1996 41,657,100 +4.18%
1997 49,302,000 +18.35%
1998 48,640,500 -1.34%
1999 46,793,300 -3.8%
2000 44,957,300 -3.92%
2001 43,391,300 -3.48%
2002 43,274,300 -0.27%
2003 43,952,600 +1.57%
2004 46,006,500 +4.67%
2005 45,723,500 -0.62%
2006 44,630,000 -2.39%
2007 43,949,000 -1.53%
2008 42,798,000 -2.62%
2009 42,830,000 +0.07%
2010 43,298,000 +1.09%
2011 42,634,000 -1.53%
2012 42,494,000 -0.33%
2013 42,462,000 -0.08%
2014 41,533,000 -2.19%
2015 39,485,000 -4.93%
2016 39,371,000 -0.29%
2017 39,206,000 -0.42%
2018 39,247,000 +0.1%
2019 39,047,000 -0.51%
2020 39,233,000 +0.48%
2021 39,122,000 -0.28%
2022 39,208,000 +0.22%
2023 39,302,000 +0.24%
2024 38,963,000 -0.86%
2025 38,271,000 -1.78%

Key Metric Definitions

  • Dividend Yield: Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
  • Dividend Growth Rate: Compound annual growth rate of annual dividend per share over the last 5 years.
  • Payout Ratio: Percentage of earnings paid as dividends (TTM).
  • Payout Consistency: % of eligible periods with uninterrupted or increased dividends, measured over the entire lifetime of the stock or fund.
  • Payout Frequency: Number of dividends paid in the last 12m (TTM).
  • Overall Dividend Rating: Proprietary composite score, quantified on a scale from 0 to +100. Ratings surpassing 70 are regarded as favorable, while those exceeding 85 are strong.
  • Total Return: Price appreciation plus dividends over specified period.
  • Market Cap: Figures are in millions of the corresponding currency.

Last update: 2025-10-20 04:35