Baxter International Inc (BAX) has declared a dividend of $0.01 per share, payable to shareholders of record. This marks a substantial decrease of 94.1% from the previous dividend of $0.17 per share.
The ex-dividend date is set for November 27, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to qualify for the dividend. Eligible shareholders will receive the payment on January 1, 2026. The current dividend yield stands at 0.22%, reflecting the annual dividend income relative to the stock price.
Baxter operates in the healthcare sector, providing a range of essential products, including dialysis therapies and intravenous solutions. The company, headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, employs 38,000 full-time staff and has a market capitalization of $9.1 billion.
The announcement highlights Baxter's quarterly dividend payment structure, which can appeal to income-focused investors. However, the reduction may indicate changing business conditions or shifts in capital allocation priorities. Investors are encouraged to consider the company’s dividend history, payout ratio, and overall financial health when assessing the sustainability of future dividends.
Upcoming earnings reports include estimates of $0.56 per share on revenues of $2.9 billion for July 29, 2026, and $0.49 per share on revenues of $2.7 billion for April 29, 2026.