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Merck & Co Inc Stock Dividend Yield & Dates

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MRK dividend stability and growth

Last Dividend per share
$0.8100
Forward Dividend yield
4%
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Dividend Stability Dividend
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Consistent Dividend Growth Dividend

MRK dividend yield vs industry/market

Company
3.8%
Industry
3.03%
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Top 75% Dividend Dividend
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Top 25% Dividend Dividend

MRK dividend payout ratio

Merck & Co Inc paid out 49.2% of its earnings over the trailing twelve months.

Retained earnings
50.8%
Payout ratio
49.2%
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Dividend Payout Ratio Dividend

MRK vs General Drug Manufacturer Stocks

TickerDiv. YieldStable?Drop Count (L10Y)Payout Ratio
MRK3.80%Yes0+49.20%
NVS3.06%No2+56.00%
AZN1.96%No10+57.90%
AMGN3.26%Yes0+75.20%
PFE3.43%Yes0+67.70%
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MRK dividend dates

Next dividend payment date
Oct 7, 2025
Next ex-dividend date
Sep 15, 2025

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Merck & Co Dividends FAQ

Does Merck & Co pay a dividend?

Yes, MRK has paid a dividend within the past 3 months.


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What is Merck & Co's Dividend Payment Date?

Merck & Co's next dividend payment date is on 2025-10-07, when Merck & Co shareholders who owned MRK shares before 2025-09-15 will receive a dividend payment of $0.8100 per share. Add MRK to your watchlist to be reminded of MRK's next dividend payment.

Is Merck & Co's dividend stable?

Yes, MRK's dividend has been stable for the last 10 years.

Does Merck & Co have sufficient earnings to cover their dividend?

Yes, MRK's past year earnings per share was $6.50, and their annual dividend per share is $3.20. MRK's dividend payout ratio is 49.2%, which is sustainable.

How much is Merck & Co's dividend?

MRK pays a dividend of $3.20 per share. MRK's annual dividend yield is 3.8%. Merck & Co's dividend is higher than the US industry average of 3.03%, and it is higher than the US market average of 3.63%.

What is Merck & Co's Ex-Dividend Date?

Merck & Co's upcoming ex-dividend date is on 2025-09-15. Merck & Co shareholders who own MRK stock before this date will receive Merck & Co's next dividend payment of $0.8100 per share on 2025-10-07. Add MRK to your watchlist to be reminded before MRK's ex-dividend date.

Is Merck & Co's dividend showing long-term growth?

Yes, MRK's' dividend has been growing over the last 10 years.
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