GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC) Dividends
Market Cap: $31.17B
Avg Volume: 4.31M
Industry: Medical - Healthcare Information Services
Sector: Healthcare
Dividend Overview
GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC) pays a quarterly dividend to its shareholders. The current dividend yield is 0.19%, which means that for every $100 invested at the current price, investors would receive approximately $0.19 in dividends per year (this can change based on future dividend payments and price movements).
About GEHC's Dividend
GE HealthCare Technologies pays a quarterly dividend of $0.04 per share, which totals $0.14 annually. This means that for each share you own, you'll receive $0.14 in dividends over the course of a year, distributed across four quarterly payments.
The most recent ex-dividend date was April 25, 2025. If you purchase the stock before its ex-dividend date, you'll be eligible for the upcoming dividend payment.
GE HealthCare Technologies's payout ratio is 0.03% which means that 0.03% of the company's earnings are paid out as dividends. A low payout ratio indicates that the company has a strong financial position and can invest in growth opportunities, while maintaining room to increase dividends in the future.
GE HealthCare Technologies's dividend has decreased by -0.34% over the past year. A decrease in dividends can occur for various reasons, including changes in financial situation or strategic priorities.
GEHC Dividend History
| Dividend | Yield | Date | Record Date | Payment Date | Declaration Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.035 | 0.19% | April 25, 2025 | April 25, 2025 | May 15, 2025 | March 27, 2025 |
| $0.035 | 0.15% | January 14, 2025 | January 14, 2025 | February 14, 2025 | November 21, 2024 |
| $0.03 | 0.13% | October 18, 2024 | October 18, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | September 18, 2024 |
| $0.03 | 0.15% | July 19, 2024 | July 19, 2024 | August 15, 2024 | June 26, 2024 |
| $0.03 | 0.14% | April 18, 2024 | April 19, 2024 | May 15, 2024 | March 22, 2024 |
| $0.03 | 0.14% | April 15, 2024 | April 19, 2024 | May 15, 2024 | |
| $0.03 | 0.12% | January 12, 2024 | January 16, 2024 | February 15, 2024 | December 08, 2023 |
| $0.03 | 0.09% | October 19, 2023 | October 20, 2023 | November 15, 2023 | September 22, 2023 |
| $0.03 | 0.04% | July 20, 2023 | July 21, 2023 | August 15, 2023 | June 23, 2023 |
| $0.03 | 0.04% | May 22, 2023 | May 23, 2023 | June 15, 2023 | April 25, 2023 |
Dividend Growth
GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC) dividend payments have decreased -34.15% over the past year
Note: This growth rate represents the year-over-year growth in total dividends paid by the company, which may differ from the growth in dividends per share if the number of outstanding shares has changed.
Dividend Safety
Dividend safety refers to the ability of a company to continue paying its dividends to shareholders without interruption or reduction. A company with a high level of dividend safety is generally considered to have a strong financial position, with a consistent history of paying dividends and a low risk of default.
Key Safety Indicators for GEHC
- Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.03% Low risk
- Dividend & Capex Coverage Ratio: 4.28x Strong coverage
- Dividend Frequency: Quarterly
- Recent Dividend Growth: -0.34% Negative
What These Indicators Mean
A low payout ratio (typically less than 60%) indicates that a company has enough earnings to pay dividends and retain earnings to reinvest in the business. GE HealthCare Technologies's payout ratio is 0.03% , which is very conservative and suggests strong dividend sustainability.
The Dividend & Capex Coverage Ratio of 4.28x indicates how well the company can cover both its dividend payments and capital expenditures from operating cash flows. This strong ratio above 1.5x indicates GE HealthCare Technologies can comfortably cover its dividends and necessary investments from its operating cash flow.
GE HealthCare Technologies's quarterly dividend structure is the most common among dividend-paying companies, providing a balance between regular income for investors and financial flexibility for the company.
GE HealthCare Technologies's dividend growth rate of -0.34% is negative, which may signal financial challenges or a shift in capital allocation priorities.
It is worth noting that dividend safety can change over time based on a company's financial performance, industry conditions, and management decisions. Regular monitoring of these metrics is recommended for dividend-focused investors.