Unum Group (UNM) Dividend History

Unum Group (UNM) is a leading provider of employee benefits, including disability, accident, critical illness, and life insurance, primarily serving employers and their employees. Founded in 1848 and headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the company offers a range of group and individual insurance products, as well as workplace wellness solutions. Unum is recognized for its extensive experience in managing disability and absence management programs, emphasizing financial protection and well-being for its customers.

1 Fountain Square, Chattanooga, TN, 37402
Phone: 423-294-1011
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Dividend History

Pay Date Amount Ex Dividend Date Record Date
May 16, 2025 $0.42 04/25/2025 04/25/2025
February 14, 2025 $0.42 01/24/2025 01/24/2025
November 15, 2024 $0.42 10/25/2024 10/25/2024
August 16, 2024 $0.42 07/26/2024 07/26/2024
May 17, 2024 $0.37 04/25/2024 04/26/2024
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Dividends Summary

  • Unum Group has issued 86 dividend payments over the past 21 years
  • The most recent dividend was paid 22 days ago, on May 16, 2025
  • The first recorded dividend was paid on February 20, 2004
  • The highest dividend payout was $0.42 per share
  • The average dividend over this 21 year span is $0.19 per share
  • Unum Group has increased its dividend payments by 460.00% since 2004

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  • Unum is a strong dividend stock with a 2.68% dividend yield, which is higher than the industry and S&P 500 averages. The company has increased its dividend by an average of 7.59% annually over the last 5 years, and its payout ratio is low at 18%, indicating potential for future dividend growth.

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  • Unum (UNM) is an attractive dividend play with a strong Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). The company has seen a 20.9% increase in its annualized dividend over the past year and has a dividend yield of 3.09%, higher than the industry and S&P 500 averages. Unum's earnings are expected to grow 10.44% this fiscal year, making it a compelling investment opportunity.

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Dividend data last updated 06/07/2025 15:10:31 UTC