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Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) logo

Labcorp Holdings Inc.

S&P 500

LH/Healthcare · Diagnostics & Research/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.13%

$2.88 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$266.34P/E22.7MCap20.9BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

69/ 100Safe

LH's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 25.5% earnings payout ratio & 17.4% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability & 0.0% 5-year dividend cagr.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 25.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 17.4%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 12.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 0.0%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
25.5%Very Safe
17.4%Very Safe
12.1%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Caution
11.1%Caution
10.9%Caution
28.7%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
4+ yrsCaution
NoneVery Safe

About Labcorp Holdings Inc.

Labcorp Holdings Inc. is a leading provider of laboratory services, operating through two primary segments: Diagnostics Laboratories and Biopharma Laboratory Services. It delivers a comprehensive array of diagnostic tests, including blood chemistry analyses, urinalyses, blood cell counts, thyroid tests, PAP tests, hemoglobin A1C, prostate-specific antigens, tests for sexually transmitted diseases, hepatitis C, vitamin D, microbiology cultures, and substance-abuse screenings. The company also specializes in advanced esoteric testing, such as gene-based diagnostics, molecular residual disease testing for cancers like breast, lung, and colon, and innovative blood tests to rule out Alzheimer's-related amyloid pathology. Labcorp Holdings Inc. supports physicians, hospitals, pharmaceutical firms, researchers, and patients with routine and complex clinical lab services, including oncology, genomic testing, and digital pathology platforms. These offerings enable clear decision-making in healthcare, from primary care to specialized biopharma research. Headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, the company maintains an extensive network of patient service centers and collaborations to advance diagnostic efficiency and patient outcomes.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.13%

Annual Dividend

$2.88

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

25.51%

FCF Payout Ratio

17.36%

52-Week Range

$241.81 - $293.72

Dividend History (2016–2025)

LH annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

LH earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 29, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 11, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

15.78%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

3-Year Total Growth

55.20%

5-Year Total Growth

0.00%

10-Year Total Growth

0.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$26,634.00

Annual Income

$288.00

Quarterly Income

$72.00

Monthly Income

$24.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is LH's current dividend yield?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. (LH) currently has a dividend yield of 1.13%, based on a stock price of $266.34 and an annual dividend of $2.88.
When is LH's next dividend payment date?
LH's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-29 and the next payment date is 2026-06-11. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does LH pay in dividends per year?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. paid $2.88 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has LH been increasing its dividend?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 0.00% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.00%.
Is LH's dividend safe?
Labcorp Holdings Inc. has a payout ratio of 25.51%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 17.36%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is LH's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Labcorp Holdings Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). 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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