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BMY

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company

S&P 500
BMY|Healthcare|Drug Manufacturers - General|$57.39|P/E 17.1|MCap 121.6B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Bristol-Myers Squibb Company

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company is a global biopharmaceutical firm founded in 1887 that discovers, develops, licenses, manufactures, markets, distributes, and sells innovative medicines worldwide. Its portfolio addresses critical therapeutic areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, neuroscience, and other medical needs. Key products include Eliquis, which reduces the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in non-valvular atrial fibrillation and treats deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism; Opdivo for various anti-cancer indications; Pomalyst/Imnovid for multiple myeloma; Orencia for rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis; and Sprycel for Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia. With approximately 34,100 employees and headquarters in New York, the company generates substantial revenue, reporting trailing twelve-month figures of US$48.03 billion alongside earnings of US$6.04 billion. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare through its focus on high-unmet-need diseases, contributing to the pharmaceutical industry's efforts in oncology and immunology while maintaining strong financial health evidenced by robust gross margins and dividend capabilities.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.17%

Annual Dividend

$2.49

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

71.97%

FCF Payout Ratio

39.28%

Stock Price

$57.39

52-Week Range

$42.52 $62.89

Dividend Health Score

64/ 100Safe

BMY's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 39.3% fcf payout ratio & 34.8% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 255.0 debt-to-equity & Volatile profit margin stability.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
72.0%Caution
FCF Payout Ratio
39.3%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
34.8%Safe
Interest Coverage
5.9xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
41.0%Caution
Current Ratio
1.3xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
255.0Warning

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
40.4%Very Safe
Operating Margin
28.2%Very Safe
Gross Margin
67.2%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-9.5%Danger
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BMY annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BMY earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 2, 2026

Next Payment Date

May 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.71%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-9.52%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.82%

3-Year Total Growth

14.81%

5-Year Total Growth

-39.36%

10-Year Total Growth

-16.78%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$5,739.00

Annual Income

$249.00

Quarterly Income

$62.25

Monthly Income

$20.75

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is BMY's current dividend yield?
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) currently has a dividend yield of 4.17%, based on a stock price of $57.39 and an annual dividend of $2.49.
When is BMY's next dividend payment date?
BMY's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-02 and the next payment date is 2026-05-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does BMY pay in dividends per year?
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company paid $2.48 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has BMY been increasing its dividend?
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -9.52% and a 10-year CAGR of -1.82%.
Is BMY's dividend safe?
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company has a payout ratio of 71.97%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 39.28%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is BMY's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Bristol-Myers Squibb Company'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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