Goldman Sachs Raises Annual Dividend 28.6% to $18, Yield 2.09%
Goldman Sachs’s annualized dividend reached $18.00 per share, marking a 28.6% increase year over year and yielding 2.09% compared with 0.84% for peer banks and 1.35% for the S&P 500. The firm’s payout ratio stands at 31%, and analysts forecast 2026 EPS of $56.61, a 10.3% gain.
1. Dividend Raise and Yield Comparison
Goldman Sachs's annualized dividend increased to $18.00 per share, up 28.6% year over year. The current yield stands at 2.09%, outpacing the 0.84% industry average and 1.35% for the S&P 500.
2. Payout Ratio and Historical Growth
The firm has raised its dividend four times over the past five years, achieving an average annual increase of 22.04%. Its payout ratio remains conservative at 31%, indicating room for continued shareholder distributions.
3. EPS Forecast and Investment Implications
Analysts forecast 2026 EPS of $56.61, a 10.31% year-over-year gain, supporting potential future dividend growth. The strong earnings outlook and low payout ratio position the stock as an attractive income play.