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DHR

Danaher Corporation

S&P 500
DHR|Healthcare|Diagnostics & Research|$190.10|P/E 37.2|MCap 135.3B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets professional, medical, research, and industrial products and services globally, with a primary focus on the United States, China, and other international markets. Operating through three key segments—Biotechnology, Life Sciences, and Diagnostics—the company provides bioprocessing technologies, consumables, and solutions that accelerate therapeutic development and manufacturing, including cell culture media, chromatography resins, filtration systems, and single-use hardware for full manufacturing suites. Its Life Sciences division supports advanced research tools, while Diagnostics offers essential testing and healthcare filtration solutions. Originally founded in 1969 and transformed through strategic acquisitions and divestitures, such as the 2023 spin-off of its environmental solutions into Veralto, Danaher now concentrates on scientific instruments and consumables in the diagnostics and research sector. Employing around 62,000 to 63,000 people under CEO Rainer Blair, Danaher plays a pivotal role in the healthcare and life sciences industries, driving innovation in biopharma production and medical diagnostics with a strong emphasis on recurring revenue streams.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.67%

Annual Dividend

$1.28

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

25.45%

FCF Payout Ratio

16.69%

Stock Price

$190.10

52-Week Range

$171.00 $242.80

Dividend Health Score

89/ 100Very Safe

DHR's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 25.4% earnings payout ratio & 16.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 7.0% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 14.93% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
25.4%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
16.7%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
15.6%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
17.0xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
18.1%Safe
Current Ratio
1.9xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
37.5Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
7.0%Warning
Operating Margin
22.2%Safe
Gross Margin
58.0%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
14.9%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DHR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DHR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 27, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 24, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

13.03%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

14.93%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

13.43%

3-Year Total Growth

44.39%

5-Year Total Growth

100.53%

10-Year Total Growth

252.71%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$19,010.00

Annual Income

$128.00

Quarterly Income

$32.00

Monthly Income

$10.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DHR's current dividend yield?
Danaher Corporation (DHR) currently has a dividend yield of 0.67%, based on a stock price of $190.10 and an annual dividend of $1.28.
When is DHR's next dividend payment date?
DHR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-27 and the next payment date is 2026-04-24. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DHR pay in dividends per year?
Danaher Corporation paid $1.28 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has DHR been increasing its dividend?
Danaher Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 14.93% and a 10-year CAGR of 13.43%.
Is DHR's dividend safe?
Danaher Corporation has a payout ratio of 25.45%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 16.69%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is DHR's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Danaher Corporation'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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