AJG Dividend History & Analysis | 0.9% Yield

AJG has a dividend yield of 0.9% and paid 2.6 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.89%
Payout Ratio 27.4%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 7.87%
Consistency Lifetime 97.8%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.36%
Payout FCF 35.7%
Streak Years 41
Dividend Rating 64.58%

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: -9.3%
Total Return 5y: 133.4%

Top Dividend Payers in Insurance Brokers

Top 4 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
MMC 91,447 M 1.58% 3.30%
RYAN 13,433 M 0.76% 1.78%
AON 75,642 M 0.82% 1.46%
BRO 27,532 M 0.65% 1.37%
Top 4 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
MMC 91,447 M 14.4% 92.3%
GSHD 2,739 M 38.0% 49.4%
BRO 27,532 M 12.8% 98.2%
AON 75,642 M 9.97% 97.6%

AJG Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of January 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-05 2025-12-05 2025-12-19 Quarterly 0.65 0% 0.27%
2025-09-05 2025-09-05 2025-09-19 Quarterly 0.65 0% 0.22%
2025-06-06 2025-06-06 2025-06-20 Quarterly 0.65 0% 0.2%
2025-03-07 2025-03-07 2025-03-21 Quarterly 0.65 8.3% 0.19%
2024-12-06 2024-12-06 2024-12-20 Quarterly 0.6 0% 0.2%
2024-09-06 2024-09-06 2024-09-20 Quarterly 0.6 0% 0.2%
2024-06-07 2024-06-07 2024-06-21 Quarterly 0.6 0% 0.24%
2024-02-29 2024-03-01 2024-03-15 Quarterly 0.6 9.1% 0.24%
2023-11-30 2023-12-01 2023-12-15 Quarterly 0.55 0% 0.22%
2023-08-31 2023-09-01 2023-09-15 Quarterly 0.55 0% 0.24%
2023-06-01 2023-06-02 2023-06-16 Quarterly 0.55 0% 0.27%
2023-03-02 2023-03-03 2023-03-17 Quarterly 0.55 7.8% 0.29%
2022-12-01 2022-12-02 2022-12-16 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.26%
2022-09-01 2022-09-02 2022-09-16 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.28%
2022-06-02 2022-06-03 2022-06-17 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.32%
2022-03-03 2022-03-04 2022-03-18 Quarterly 0.51 6.3% 0.32%
2021-12-02 2021-12-03 2021-12-17 Quarterly 0.48 0% 0.29%
2021-09-02 2021-09-03 2021-09-17 Quarterly 0.48 0% 0.33%
2021-06-03 2021-06-04 2021-06-18 Quarterly 0.48 0% 0.33%
2021-03-04 2021-03-05 2021-03-19 Quarterly 0.48 6.7% 0.4%
2020-12-03 2020-12-04 2020-12-18 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2020-09-03 2020-09-04 2020-09-18 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2020-06-04 2020-06-05 2020-06-19 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2020-03-05 2020-03-06 2020-03-20 Quarterly 0.45 4.7% N/A
2019-12-05 2019-12-06 2019-12-20 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2019-09-05 2019-09-06 2019-09-20 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2019-06-06 2019-06-07 2019-06-21 Quarterly 0.43 0% N/A
2019-02-28 2019-03-01 2019-03-15 Quarterly 0.43 4.9% N/A
2018-12-06 2018-12-07 2018-12-21 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2018-09-06 2018-09-07 2018-09-21 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2018-05-31 2018-06-01 2018-06-15 Quarterly 0.41 0% N/A
2018-03-01 2018-03-02 2018-03-16 Quarterly 0.41 5.1% N/A
2017-11-30 2017-12-01 2017-12-15 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2017-08-30 2017-09-01 2017-09-15 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2017-05-31 2017-06-02 2017-06-16 Quarterly 0.39 0% N/A
2017-03-01 2017-03-03 2017-03-17 Quarterly 0.39 2.6% N/A
2016-11-30 2016-12-02 2016-12-16 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2016-08-31 2016-09-02 2016-09-16 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2016-06-01 2016-06-03 2016-06-17 Quarterly 0.38 0% N/A
2016-03-02 2016-03-04 2016-03-18 Quarterly 0.38 2.7% N/A
2015-12-02 2015-12-04 2015-12-18 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2015-09-02 2015-09-04 2015-09-18 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2015-06-03 2015-06-05 2015-06-19 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2015-03-02 2015-03-04 2015-03-20 Quarterly 0.37 2.8% N/A
2014-12-03 2014-12-05 2014-12-19 Quarterly 0.36 0% N/A
2014-09-03 2014-09-05 2014-09-19 Quarterly 0.36 0% N/A
2014-06-04 2014-06-06 2014-06-20 Quarterly 0.36 0% N/A
2014-02-28 2014-03-04 2014-03-20 Quarterly 0.36 2.9% N/A
2013-12-02 2013-12-04 2013-12-20 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A
2013-08-30 2013-09-04 2013-09-20 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A

AJG Dividend FAQ

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) is a global insurance and reinsurance brokerage firm that also provides consulting, claims settlement, and administration services through its subsidiaries. Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, the company serves a broad client base that includes commercial, industrial, public, religious, nonprofit, and underwriting entities.

What is the Dividend Yield of AJG?

As of January 2026, AJG`s dividend yield is 0.89%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.60 USD by the current share price of 257.00.

Does AJG pay a dividend?

As of January 2026, AJG paid a dividend of 2.60 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-05 and the payout was 0.65 USD.

How often does AJG pay dividends?

AJG pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, AJG has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-05.

AJG dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for AJG for the next 4 payments are between 0.574 (-11.7%) and 0.598 (-8.0%).
This indicates a moderate dividend reduction compared to the last payment.

Will AJG pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.65 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-05. The next Ex-Dividend date for Arthur J Gallagher (AJG) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for AJG?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Arthur J Gallagher (AJG) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of AJG?

AJG's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 7.87% per year.
Strong growth: AJG's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of AJG?

AJG's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.36%. If you bought AJG's shares at 110.10 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (2.60 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.36% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of AJG?

AJG Payout Consistency is 97.8%. 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: Arthur J Gallagher has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does AJG have a good Dividend Yield?

AJG`s 0.89% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of AJG?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of AJG is 27.4%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of AJG?

AJG`s Overall Dividend Rating is 64.58%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

AJG Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in AJG's Outstanding Shares?

Arthur J Gallagher's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 9.72% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

Significant dilution: Heavy share issuance is diluting existing shareholders. Even if total dividends paid increase, your dividend per share may stagnate or decline.

Has AJG ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 19, 2001 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
1985 34,120,000
1986 42,332,000 +24.07%
1987 43,524,000 +2.82%
1988 43,564,000 +0.09%
1989 48,333,300 +10.95%
1990 43,333,300 -10.34%
1991 53,333,300 +23.08%
1992 55,714,300 +4.46%
1993 58,888,900 +5.7%
1994 63,000,000 +6.98%
1995 63,076,900 +0.12%
1996 65,714,300 +4.18%
1997 68,750,000 +4.62%
1998 70,000,000 +1.82%
1999 77,717,900 +11.03%
2000 86,896,300 +11.81%
2001 91,013,500 +4.74%
2002 92,307,700 +1.42%
2003 94,878,000 +2.78%
2004 92,500,000 -2.51%
2005 100,588,200 +8.74%
2006 99,000,000 -1.58%
2007 85,714,300 -13.42%
2008 98,000,000 +14.33%
2009 102,936,000 +5.04%
2010 110,315,000 +7.17%
2011 117,849,000 +6.83%
2012 126,315,000 +7.18%
2013 133,990,000 +6.08%
2014 164,007,000 +22.4%
2015 177,551,000 +8.26%
2016 179,089,000 +0.87%
2017 183,575,000 +2.5%
2018 187,513,000 +2.15%
2019 191,755,000 +2.26%
2020 197,420,000 +2.95%
2021 212,864,000 +7.82%
2022 215,831,000 +1.39%
2023 216,326,000 +0.23%
2024 231,059,000 +6.81%
2025 260,408,000 +12.7%

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: 2026-01-14 02:44