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The Carlyle Group Inc.

S&P 500

CG/Financial Services · Asset Management/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.14%

$1.40 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$41.90P/E30.7MCap16.0BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

74/ 100Safe

CG's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 11.8% fcf payout ratio & 11+ yrs dividend streak. Areas of concern: -233.9% operating margin & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 6.96% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 8 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 11.8%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • Operating Margin: -233.9%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Warning
9.4%Caution
-233.9%Danger

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
Mostly StableCaution

About The Carlyle Group Inc.

The Carlyle Group Inc. is a leading global investment firm specializing in alternative asset management. It deploys private capital across three core business segments: Global Private Equity, which encompasses private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources; Global Credit; and Investment Solutions, known as Carlyle AlpInvest. These segments manage substantial assets, primarily serving institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals seeking diversified exposure to alternative investments. The firm invests wisely to create value for its investors, portfolio companies, and the communities where it operates, leveraging deep industry expertise. With operations through 29 offices across five continents, The Carlyle Group Inc. caters to more than 3,100 active carry fund investors from 87 countries, playing a pivotal role in the alternative asset management industry by providing sophisticated investment strategies in private markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.14%

Annual Dividend

$1.40

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

FCF Payout Ratio

11.81%

52-Week Range

$40.47 - $69.85

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CG annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CG earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 18, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 28, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.55%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

6.96%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-8.46%

3-Year Total Growth

14.29%

5-Year Total Growth

40.00%

10-Year Total Growth

-58.70%

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Total Investment

$4,190.00

Annual Income

$140.00

Quarterly Income

$35.00

Monthly Income

$11.67

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CG's current dividend yield?
The Carlyle Group Inc. (CG) currently has a dividend yield of 3.14%, based on a stock price of $41.90 and an annual dividend of $1.40.
When is CG's next dividend payment date?
CG's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-18 and the next payment date is 2026-05-28. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CG pay in dividends per year?
The Carlyle Group Inc. paid $1.40 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has CG been increasing its dividend?
The Carlyle Group Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 6.96% and a 10-year CAGR of -8.46%.
Is CG's dividend safe?
The Carlyle Group Inc. has a payout ratio of —. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 11.81%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CG's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates The Carlyle Group Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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