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Abbott increases quarterly dividend for 54th consecutive year

Friday, December 12, 2025 BiopharmaWatch Research 1 min read
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Key Takeaway: Abbott has announced a 6.8% increase in its quarterly dividend to 63 cents per share, marking the 54th consecutive year of dividend growth. This increase reflects a more than 70% rise in dividend payouts since 2020. The dividend is set to be paid on February 13, 2026, to shareholders of record by January 15, 2026.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • 54th consecutive year of dividend growth
  • Quarterly dividend increased by 6.8%
  • Dividend payout has risen over 70% since 2020
  • Abbott is part of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index

Full Press Release Details

ABBOTT PARK, Ill.,Dec. 12, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- Abbott (NYSE:ABT) today announced that its board of directors has increased the company's quarterly common dividend to 63 cents per share, an increase of 6.8%. The company's quarterly dividend payout has increased more than 70% since 2020.
This marks Abbott's 54thconsecutive year of dividend growth and is the 408thconsecutive quarterly dividend to be paid by Abbott since 1924. The cash dividend is payable Feb. 13, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Jan. 15, 2026.
Abbott 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 atwww.abbott.comand onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new quarterly dividend amount for Abbott?

Abbott's new quarterly dividend is 63 cents per share.

How long has Abbott been increasing its dividends?

Abbott has increased its dividends for 54 consecutive years.

When will the new dividend be paid?

The new dividend will be paid on February 13, 2026.

What percentage increase was announced for the dividend?

The dividend was increased by 6.8%.

Is Abbott part of any dividend index?

Yes, Abbott is a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.

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Last updated: Dec 12, 2025

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