Zoetis Inc (ZTS) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.53 per share, payable to shareholders of record. This marks a 6.0% increase from the prior dividend of $0.50 per share.
The ex-dividend date is set for January 19, 2026, meaning investors must own shares before this date to be eligible for the dividend. The payment date is scheduled for March 2, 2026.
Currently, Zoetis boasts a dividend yield of 1.75%. The company, headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, engages in the discovery, development, manufacture, and commercialization of medicines and vaccines for animal health. It operates in approximately 45 countries and serves both companion and livestock customers through a diverse product portfolio.
The announcement highlights management's confidence in the company's financial position and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Investors are encouraged to consider the company's dividend history and overall financial health when evaluating the sustainability of its dividend payments.
Zoetis's market capitalization stands at $56.5 billion, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.31 and earnings per share of 5.94. Upcoming earnings reports are anticipated on May 4, 2026, and August 3, 2026, with estimated EPS of $1.58 and $1.88, respectively.