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PFE

Pfizer Inc.

S&P 500
PFE|Healthcare|Drug Manufacturers - General|$26.96|P/E 19.5|MCap 151.3B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Pfizer Inc.

Pfizer Inc. is a research-based global biopharmaceutical company founded in 1849 and headquartered in New York. It focuses on the discovery, development, manufacture, marketing, sales, and distribution of biopharmaceutical products worldwide, targeting developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments, and cures for the most feared diseases. Operating in the health technology sector, specifically pharmaceuticals: major, Pfizer Inc. addresses critical areas such as oncology, rare diseases, internal medicine, inflammation and immunology, vaccines, anti-infectives, gene therapy, medicinal sciences, and precision medicine. Notable advancements include acquisitions like Global Blood Therapeutics in 2023 to bolster its biopharmaceutical portfolio, alongside recent clinical trial successes in prostate cancer, lung cancer, and bladder cancer therapies. With approximately 81,000 employees, Pfizer Inc. generates substantial revenue, reported at $63.63 billion for the fiscal year, and maintains a significant presence in the global market through innovative pipelines and partnerships.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

6.46%

Annual Dividend

$1.72

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

126.47%

FCF Payout Ratio

107.67%

Stock Price

$26.96

52-Week Range

$20.92 $27.94

Dividend Health Score

52/ 100Caution

PFE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 78.0 debt-to-equity & 23.9% operating margin. Areas of concern: 126.5% earnings payout ratio & 107.7% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning
Earnings Payout Ratio
126.5%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
107.7%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
151.9%Danger
Interest Coverage
3.8xCaution

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
30.2%Caution
Current Ratio
1.2xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
78.0Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
8.9%Caution
Operating Margin
23.9%Safe
Gross Margin
70.0%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.6%Caution
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

PFE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

PFE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 23, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 6, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.44%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.59%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

4.93%

3-Year Total Growth

7.50%

5-Year Total Growth

19.27%

10-Year Total Growth

61.87%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,696.00

Annual Income

$172.00

Quarterly Income

$43.00

Monthly Income

$14.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is PFE's current dividend yield?
Pfizer Inc. (PFE) currently has a dividend yield of 6.46%, based on a stock price of $26.96 and an annual dividend of $1.72.
When is PFE's next dividend payment date?
PFE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-23 and the next payment date is 2026-03-06. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does PFE pay in dividends per year?
Pfizer Inc. paid $1.72 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has PFE been increasing its dividend?
Pfizer Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 3.59% and a 10-year CAGR of 4.93%.
Is PFE's dividend safe?
Pfizer Inc. has a payout ratio of 126.47%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 107.67%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is PFE's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Pfizer 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 healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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