Does Caterpillar (CAT) pay a dividend?
Yes. Caterpillar pays a quarterly dividend: $6.16 per share over the last twelve months, a 0.73% yield at the $845.57 close of Oct 2, 2026. Next ex-dividend date: Oct 19, 2026 (expected), $1.63 per share. Dividend growth: +7.3% over one year and +8.0% a year over three years. 6 consecutive years of increases. Dividends take 31% of free cash flow. Our read of the dividend: confirmed (announced, or paid on schedule). Estimates, not advice.
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | $1.63 |
| Apr 20, 2026 | $1.51 |
| Jan 20, 2026 | $1.51 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | $1.51 |
| Jul 21, 2025 | $1.51 |
| Apr 21, 2025 | $1.41 |
| Jan 21, 2025 | $1.41 |
| Oct 21, 2024 | $1.41 |