SDZ Dividend History & Analysis | 1.2% Yield
SDZ has a dividend yield of 1.2% and paid 0.8 CHF per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.
Top Dividend Payers in Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
| SYMBOL | MARKET CAP USD | YIELD TTM | YIELD ON COST 5y |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAK NYSE Takeda Pharmaceutical |
54,449 M | 3.92% | 4.59% |
| VTRS NASDAQ Viatris |
20,077 M | 3.88% | 4.15% |
| HLUN-B CO H Lundbeck |
6,471 M | 3.08% | 3.31% |
| HLN NYSE Haleon |
43,069 M | 1.93% | 2.69% |
| SDZ SW Sandoz |
33,796 M | 1.23% | 2.84% |
| PAHC NASDAQ Phibro Animal Health |
1,381 M | 1.23% | 2.26% |
| ROVI MC Laboratorios Farmaceuticos |
3,420 M | 1.41% | 1.39% |
| IPN PA Ipsen |
15,374 M | 1.06% | 1.91% |
| RDY NYSE Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories |
9,826 M | 1.02% | 1.16% |
| GALD SW Galderma N |
48,755 M | 0.22% | 0.66% |
| SYMBOL | MARKET CAP USD | GROWTH RATE | CONSISTENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| GALDY NYSE GALDERMA |
49,541 M | 145.01% | 100.0% |
| GALD SW Galderma N |
48,755 M | 134.01% | 100.0% |
| SDZ SW Sandoz |
33,796 M | 34.44% | 100.0% |
| HLUN-B CO H Lundbeck |
6,471 M | 26.64% | 100.0% |
| HLN NYSE Haleon |
43,069 M | 21.48% | 100.0% |
| IPN PA Ipsen |
15,374 M | 7.55% | 98.0% |
| TAK NYSE Takeda Pharmaceutical |
54,449 M | 2.22% | 100.0% |
| VTRS NASDAQ Viatris |
20,077 M | 0.48% | 97.5% |
SDZ Dividend History
Dividend Monthly Return EX date, 2.2 years of data
Average monthly dividend return by ex-dividend date. The score below shows reliability based on how consistently dividends were paid in that month.
| EX-DATE | RECORD | PAYMENT | PERIOD | DIV/SHARE | GROWTH | PAYOUT YIELD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | 2026-04-15 | Interim | 0.8 | +33.3% | 1.23% | |
| 2025-04-17 | 2025-04-23 | Final | 0.6 | +33.3% | 1.85% | |
| 2024-05-03 | 2024-05-07 | Final | 0.45 | 0% | 1.47% |
SDZ Dividend FAQ
As of July 2026, SDZ's dividend yield is 1.23%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.80 CHF by the current share price of 65.04.
As of July 2026, SDZ paid a dividend of 0.80 CHF in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-04-13 and the payout was 0.8 CHF.
SDZ pays dividends annually. Over the last 12 months, SDZ has issued 1 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-04-13.
Based on historical data, the forecasted dividend per share for SDZ for the next payment is 0.8 (+0.0%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 1.26%.
The latest dividend paid per share was 0.8 CHF with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-04-13. The next Ex-Dividend date for Sandoz (SDZ) is currently unknown.
The next Ex-Dividend date for Sandoz (SDZ) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.
SDZ's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 34.4% per year. Strong growth: SDZ's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.
SDZ's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.84%. If you bought SDZ's shares at 28.20 CHF five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.80 CHF per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.84% of your original purchase price.
SDZ Payout Consistency is 100.0%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number. Very consistent: Sandoz has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.
SDZ's 1.23% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.
The Dividend Payout Ratio of SDZ is 38.0%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.
SDZ's Overall Dividend Rating is 58.04%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.
SDZ Outstanding Shares Analysis
Key Metric Definitions
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.
Last update: 2026-07-20 02:06 UTC