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Agilent Technologies Inc.

S&P 500
A|Healthcare|Diagnostics & Research|$114.20|P/E 24.6|MCap 31.6B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Agilent Technologies Inc.

Agilent Technologies Inc. provides application-focused solutions for life sciences, diagnostics, and applied chemical markets worldwide. The company operates through three key segments: Life Sciences and Applied Markets, Diagnostics and Genomics, and Agilent CrossLab. The Life Sciences and Applied Markets segment delivers instruments, software, and services to identify, quantify, and analyze physical and biological properties of substances, supporting clinical and life sciences research at molecular and cellular levels. The Diagnostics and Genomics segment supplies reagents, instruments, software, consumables, and active pharmaceutical ingredients for oligo-based therapeutics, advancing genomics, pathology, and companion diagnostics. Agilent CrossLab offers startup support, operational training, compliance services, software-as-a-service, asset management, and consultative services to optimize laboratory performance. Notable products include liquid chromatography systems, mass spectrometry, and innovations like the Altura line of HPLC columns for biotherapeutic testing, xCELLigence RTCA eSight with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance software, and Insight Series for airport security screening. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Agilent Technologies Inc. plays a vital role in enabling scientific breakthroughs across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and environmental testing.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.89%

Annual Dividend

$1.00

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

22.05%

FCF Payout Ratio

28.50%

Stock Price

$114.20

52-Week Range

$96.43 $160.27

Dividend Health Score

91/ 100Very Safe

A's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 22.1% earnings payout ratio & 28.5% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 6.62% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
22.1%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
28.5%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
18.7%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
13.8xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
12.3%Safe
Current Ratio
2.1xVery Safe
Debt-to-Equity
51.4Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
20.0%Safe
Operating Margin
22.9%Safe
Gross Margin
52.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
6.6%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

A annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

A earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 31, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 22, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-11.27%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

6.62%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.75%

3-Year Total Growth

-30.14%

5-Year Total Growth

37.78%

10-Year Total Growth

44.47%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$11,420.00

Annual Income

$99.90

Quarterly Income

$24.98

Monthly Income

$8.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A's current dividend yield?
Agilent Technologies Inc. (A) currently has a dividend yield of 0.89%, based on a stock price of $114.20 and an annual dividend of $1.00.
When is A's next dividend payment date?
A's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-31 and the next payment date is 2026-04-22. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does A pay in dividends per year?
Agilent Technologies Inc. paid $0.74 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has A been increasing its dividend?
Agilent Technologies Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 6.62% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.75%.
Is A's dividend safe?
Agilent Technologies Inc. has a payout ratio of 22.05%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 28.50%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is A's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Agilent Technologies Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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