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Abbott Declares 401st Consecutive Quarterly Dividend The board of directors of Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today declared a quarterly common dividend of 55 cents per share. This marks the 401st consecutive...

Friday, February 16, 2024 1 min read
Key Takeaway: Abbott (NYSE: ABT) has announced a quarterly common dividend of 55 cents per share, marking its 401st consecutive payment. This achievement highlights Abbott's longstanding commitment to returning value to shareholders, as the company has increased its dividends for 52 consecutive years. The upcoming dividend will be payable on May 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of April 15, 2024. Abbott is a prominent player in healthcare, offering a range of products across diverse sectors.

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  • Abbott has declared its 401st consecutive quarterly dividend.
  • The dividend has increased annually for 52 years.
  • Abbott is recognized as a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.

Full Press Release Details

ABBOTT PARK , Ill. , Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Abbott (NYSE: ABT ) today declared a quarterly common dividend of 55 cents per share.
This marks the 401 st consecutive quarterly dividend to be paid by Abbott since 1924. The cash dividend is payable May 15, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 15, 2024 .
Abbott has increased its dividend payout for 52 consecutive years and is a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, which tracks companies that have increased dividends annually for at least 25 consecutive years.
About Abbott: Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abbott's quarterly dividend announcement?

Abbott declared a quarterly dividend of 55 cents per share.

When is Abbott's dividend payable?

The dividend is payable on May 15, 2024.

How long has Abbott paid dividends consecutively?

Abbott has paid dividends for 401 consecutive quarters since 1924.

How many years has Abbott increased its dividend payout?

Abbott has increased its dividend payout for 52 consecutive years.

What index includes Abbott for its dividend performance?

Abbott is part of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.

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Last updated: Feb 16, 2024