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GEN

Gen Digital Inc.

S&P 500
GEN|Technology|Software - Infrastructure|$19.77|P/E 21.3|MCap 12.7B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Gen Digital Inc.

Gen Digital Inc. is a multinational software company specializing in cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection, and financial wellness solutions. It operates through a portfolio of trusted consumer brands such as Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, CCleaner, and MoneyLion, delivering award-winning products and services to empower users worldwide. The company's offerings include antivirus software, VPN services, data management tools, reputation protection, and financial technology platforms that help individuals grow, manage, and secure their digital and financial lives safely and confidently. Gen Digital Inc. serves nearly 500 million users across more than 150 countries, focusing on cyber safety, trust-based solutions, and innovative technologies like AI-driven fraud protection. With dual headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic, and Tempe, Arizona, USA, it plays a key role in the consumer cybersecurity and fintech markets by providing accessible, comprehensive protection for the digital generation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.43%

Annual Dividend

$0.50

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

51.55%

FCF Payout Ratio

20.63%

Stock Price

$19.77

52-Week Range

$19.75 $32.22

Dividend Health Score

64/ 100Safe

GEN's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 51.5% earnings payout ratio & 20.6% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.8x interest coverage & 0.5x current ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
51.5%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
20.6%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
25.3%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
2.8xWarning

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
47.2%Caution
Current Ratio
0.5xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
363.4Warning

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
26.9%Very Safe
Operating Margin
35.8%Very Safe
Gross Margin
78.4%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-47.5%Danger
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

GEN annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

GEN earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 11, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-47.47%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.81%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

-96.00%

10-Year Total Growth

-16.67%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$1,977.00

Annual Income

$50.00

Quarterly Income

$12.50

Monthly Income

$4.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is GEN's current dividend yield?
Gen Digital Inc. (GEN) currently has a dividend yield of 2.43%, based on a stock price of $19.77 and an annual dividend of $0.50.
When is GEN's next dividend payment date?
GEN's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-11. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does GEN pay in dividends per year?
Gen Digital Inc. paid $0.50 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has GEN been increasing its dividend?
Gen Digital Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -47.47% and a 10-year CAGR of -1.81%.
Is GEN's dividend safe?
Gen Digital Inc. has a payout ratio of 51.55%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 20.63%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is GEN's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Gen Digital Inc.'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 technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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