Applied Materials Inc
AMATApplied Materials Inc. (AMAT) is a leading provider of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company develops and supplies innovative solutions for chip fabrication, display production, and other advanced materials processes, supporting the development of semiconductor devices and electronics globally.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.53 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 54 days on September 10, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2026 | $0.53 | 2026-08-20 | 2026-08-20 |
| June 11, 2026 | $0.53 | 2026-05-21 | 2026-05-21 |
| March 12, 2026 | $0.46 | 2026-02-19 | 2026-02-19 |
| December 11, 2025 | $0.46 | 2025-11-20 | 2025-11-20 |
| September 11, 2025 | $0.46 | 2025-08-21 | 2025-08-21 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Applied Materials Inc has rewarded shareholders with 86 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held AMAT shares during this period received a total of $14.30 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.53/share was paid 37 days ago, on June 11, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: AMAT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.37%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2005, the dividend payout has grown by 1666.7%, from $0.03 to $0.53.
- Dividend Reliability: AMAT has maintained or increased its dividend for 86 consecutive payments.
Company News
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