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GPN

Global Payments Inc.

S&P 500
GPN|Industrials|Specialty Business Services|$70.97|P/E 15.4|MCap 19.0B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Global Payments Inc.

Global Payments Inc. is a leading payment technology and software company that powers commerce for businesses worldwide. It specializes in merchant solutions, providing comprehensive payment processing for card, check, and digital-based transactions across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions. The company serves small- and medium-sized businesses, mid-market, and enterprise customers through segments including POS & Software, Integrated & Embedded, and Core Payments. Key offerings encompass authorization, settlement, funding, chargeback resolution, payment security, point-of-sale software, analytics, customer engagement, and enterprise software that streamlines operations in various verticals. Following its strategic positioning as a pure-play merchant solutions provider, Global Payments Inc. supports over six million merchant locations in more than 175 countries, processing trillions in annual payments volume via platforms like Genius. It also integrates advanced capabilities in AI for authentication, dispute management, and workflows. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Global Payments Inc. plays a pivotal role in the global fintech ecosystem by enabling efficient, scalable commerce solutions.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.47%

Annual Dividend

$1.00

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

22.57%

FCF Payout Ratio

11.70%

Stock Price

$70.97

52-Week Range

$65.93 $100.56

Dividend Health Score

80/ 100Very Safe

GPN's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 22.6% earnings payout ratio & 11.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.9x interest coverage & 4.8% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 5.09% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
22.6%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
11.7%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
8.1%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
2.9xWarning

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
25.4%Safe
Current Ratio
1.7xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
93.3Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
4.8%Warning
Operating Margin
27.9%Very Safe
Gross Margin
70.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.1%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

GPN annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

GPN earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 9, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 30, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

5.09%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

37.97%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

28.21%

10-Year Total Growth

2400.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,097.00

Annual Income

$100.00

Quarterly Income

$25.00

Monthly Income

$8.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is GPN's current dividend yield?
Global Payments Inc. (GPN) currently has a dividend yield of 1.47%, based on a stock price of $70.97 and an annual dividend of $1.00.
When is GPN's next dividend payment date?
GPN's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-09 and the next payment date is 2026-03-30. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does GPN pay in dividends per year?
Global Payments Inc. paid $1.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has GPN been increasing its dividend?
Global Payments Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 5.09% and a 10-year CAGR of 37.97%.
Is GPN's dividend safe?
Global Payments Inc. has a payout ratio of 22.57%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 11.70%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is GPN's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Global Payments 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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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