Fortive Corporation
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
FTV's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 15.3% earnings payout ratio & 7.8% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.7x current ratio & 6.8% return on equity.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 15.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 7.8%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 8.9%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -0.0%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
- Current Ratio: 0.7xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Return on Equity: 6.8%Return on equity is below industry norms.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Fortive Corporation
Fortive Corporation is an industrial technology company that innovates essential technologies to keep the world safe and productive. It operates through two strategic segments: Intelligent Operating Solutions and Advanced Healthcare Solutions, featuring iconic brands with leading market positions. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and markets professional and engineered products, software, and services, including advanced instrumentation, electrical test and measurement tools, facility and asset lifecycle software, connected worker safety and compliance solutions, and healthcare technologies. These offerings serve diverse end-markets such as manufacturing, process industries, utilities, healthcare, and built environments, supporting frontline workers, scientists, and patients worldwide. Notable brands encompass Fluke, Pruftechnik, Anderson-Negele, Industrial Scientific, Censis, Evotech, Fluke Biomedical, Sterrad, and Raysafe. Fortive Corporation, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Everett, Washington, employs a global team focused on research, development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service, and administration across approximately 50 countries.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.40%
Annual Dividend
$0.24
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
15.26%
FCF Payout Ratio
7.75%
Stock Price
$60.43
52-Week Range
$46.34 – $62.80
Dividend History (2016–2025)
FTV annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
FTV earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
March 13, 2026
Last Payment Date
March 27, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-4.30%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-0.02%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
3-Year Total Growth
-12.36%
5-Year Total Growth
-0.12%
10-Year Total Growth
0.00%
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