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Cardinal Health Board of Directors Approves Quarterly Dividend

Key Takeaway: Cardinal Health's Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.5158 per share, payable on October 15, 2026. Shareholders of record as of October 1, 2026, will receive this dividend, which is sourced from the company's capital surplus. This decision underscores the company's financial health and commitment to its investors.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Quarterly dividend approved, indicating financial stability.
  • Dividend reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Full Press Release Details

DUBLIN, Ohio,, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardinal Health (NYSE: CAH) announced today that its Board of Directors approved its quarterly dividend of $0.5158 per share, out of the Company's capital surplus. The dividend will be payable on October 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 1, 2026.
About Cardinal Health Cardinal Health is a distributor of pharmaceuticals and specialty products; a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products; a supplier of home-health and direct-to-patient products and services; an operator of nuclear pharmacies and manufacturing facilities; and a provider of performance and data solutions. Our company's customer-centric focus drives continuous improvement and leads to innovative solutions that improve people's lives every day. Learn more about Cardinal Health at cardinalhealth.com and in our Newsroom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the amount of the quarterly dividend?

$0.5158 per share.

When will the dividend be paid?

The dividend will be payable on October 15, 2026.

Who will receive the dividend?

Shareholders of record by October 1, 2026, will receive it.

What is Cardinal Health's business focus?

Cardinal Health distributes pharmaceuticals and medical products.

Last updated: Aug 11, 2026