General Motors Company
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
GM's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 23.0% earnings payout ratio & 3.7% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 719.4% fcf payout ratio & 4.0% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 8.45% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 23.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 3.7%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
- Interest Coverage: 5.3xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 719.4%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
- Return on Equity: 4.0%Return on equity is below industry norms.
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CautionAbout General Motors Company
General Motors Company is a multinational automotive corporation engaged in the designing, manufacturing, and selling of cars, trucks, crossovers, and automobile parts. It also provides automotive financing through its GM Financial segment and software-enabled services and subscriptions. The company operates across key segments including GM North America, GM International, Cruise for autonomous vehicles, and GM Financial, serving global markets with renowned brands such as Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Holden, and Wuling. Founded in 1908 by William C. Durant and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, General Motors Company employs approximately 162,000 people worldwide. Under the leadership of CEO Mary Teresa Barra, it continues to innovate in internal combustion engine vehicles, electric vehicles, and AI integration, such as partnerships with Google. With a significant presence in the consumer durables sector, particularly motor vehicles, General Motors plays a pivotal role in shaping the automotive industry's transition toward electrification and advanced mobility solutions while maintaining strong demand for traditional powertrains.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.80%
Annual Dividend
$0.63
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
22.99%
FCF Payout Ratio
719.39%
Stock Price
$78.80
52-Week Range
$46.09 – $87.62
Dividend History (2016–2025)
GM annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
GM earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
June 5, 2026
Next Payment Date
June 18, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
46.85%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
8.45%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-8.46%
3-Year Total Growth
216.67%
5-Year Total Growth
50.00%
10-Year Total Growth
-58.70%
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