Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
S&P 500Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53
About Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation is a professional services company that provides consulting, technology, and outsourcing services across North America, Europe, and international markets. It operates through four key segments: Financial Services, focusing on banking and insurance; Health Sciences, serving healthcare and life sciences; Products and Resources, covering retail and consumer goods; and Communications, Media and Technology. The company delivers a broad portfolio of services, including artificial intelligence solutions, application development, systems integration, quality engineering, engineering research, business process services, cloud solutions, and core modernization. Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation partners with leading technology providers like Google Cloud, Palantir, Adobe, and others to enable AI-driven transformations, workplace services, digital modernization, and enhanced customer experiences in regulated industries such as life sciences and capital markets. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, it supports enterprises in operationalizing agentic AI, modernizing infrastructure, and accelerating efficiency through strategic collaborations worldwide.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.06%
Annual Dividend
$1.26
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
27.19%
FCF Payout Ratio
23.51%
Stock Price
$60.24
52-Week Range
$59.36 – $87.03
Dividend Health Score
CTSH's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 27.2% earnings payout ratio & 23.5% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 7.10% 5-year CAGR.
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Very SafeDividend History (2016–2025)
CTSH annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
CTSH earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
February 18, 2026
Next Payment Date
February 26, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
4.71%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.10%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
3-Year Total Growth
14.81%
5-Year Total Growth
40.91%
10-Year Total Growth
0.00%
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