Lockheed Martin Corp.
LMTLockheed Martin Corporation is a global aerospace, defense, and security company that specializes in the research, design, development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technology systems. It is one of the largest defense contractors in the world, providing products such as military aircraft, missile defense systems, space systems, and cybersecurity solutions. The company serves government and commercial clients, primarily in the United States and allied nations.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 30, 2025 | $3.45 | 2025-12-01 | 2025-12-01 |
| September 26, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-09-02 | 2025-09-02 |
| June 27, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-06-02 | 2025-06-02 |
| March 28, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-03-03 | 2025-03-03 |
| December 27, 2024 | $3.30 | 2024-12-02 | 2024-12-02 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Lockheed Martin Corp. has rewarded shareholders with 88 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held LMT shares during this period received a total of $136.79 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $3.45/share was paid 24 days ago, on December 30, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: LMT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.25%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 1468.2%, from $0.22 to $3.45.
- Dividend Reliability: LMT has maintained or increased its dividend for 88 consecutive payments.
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