MetLife, Inc.
METMetLife, Inc. (MET) is a global insurance and financial services company, offering life insurance, employee benefits, retirement solutions, and asset management. Founded in 1868, it is one of the largest providers of insurance products worldwide, serving individual and corporate clients across various markets.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.59 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 52 days on September 8, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 8, 2026 | $0.59 | 2026-08-04 | 2026-08-04 |
| June 9, 2026 | $0.59 | 2026-05-12 | 2026-05-12 |
| March 10, 2026 | $0.57 | 2026-02-03 | 2026-02-03 |
| December 9, 2025 | $0.57 | 2025-11-04 | 2025-11-04 |
| September 9, 2025 | $0.57 | 2025-08-05 | 2025-08-05 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: MetLife, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 64 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held MET shares during this period received a total of $30.31 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.59/share was paid 39 days ago, on June 9, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: MET currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.47%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 28.8%, from $0.46 to $0.59.
- Dividend Reliability: MET has maintained or increased its dividend for 55 consecutive payments.
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