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Xylem Inc.

S&P 500
XYL|Industrials|Specialty Industrial Machinery|$120.45|P/E 30.9|MCap 29.5B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Xylem Inc.

Xylem Inc. is a leading global water technology company that designs, manufactures, and services engineered products and solutions for water management worldwide. It operates through key segments including Water Infrastructure, which handles transportation, treatment, and testing of water; Applied Water, serving commercial, residential, and industrial end markets; Measurement & Control Solutions, providing technologies for intelligent water and energy resource use along with analytical instrumentation; and additional services for water solutions. The company offers pumps for water, wastewater, and stormwater; filtration, disinfection, and biological treatment equipment under brands like Flygt, Ionpure, and Vortisand. Xylem Inc. supports utilities, industrial facilities, and building services by addressing critical challenges in water transport, treatment, testing, and efficient usage. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Washington, DC, it maintains a presence in over 150 countries, empowering customers and communities in tackling complex water issues across diverse sectors.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.35%

Annual Dividend

$1.63

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

40.82%

FCF Payout Ratio

42.97%

Stock Price

$120.45

52-Week Range

$100.47 $154.27

Dividend Health Score

85/ 100Very Safe

XYL's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 40.8% earnings payout ratio & 43.0% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 9.00% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
40.8%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
43.0%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
30.6%Safe
Interest Coverage
41.7xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
3.3%Very Safe
Current Ratio
1.6xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
21.1Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
8.4%Caution
Operating Margin
16.0%Safe
Gross Margin
38.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
9.0%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

XYL annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

XYL earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 24, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 24, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

10.06%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

9.00%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

11.01%

3-Year Total Growth

33.33%

5-Year Total Growth

53.85%

10-Year Total Growth

184.09%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$12,045.00

Annual Income

$163.00

Quarterly Income

$40.75

Monthly Income

$13.58

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is XYL's current dividend yield?
Xylem Inc. (XYL) currently has a dividend yield of 1.35%, based on a stock price of $120.45 and an annual dividend of $1.63.
When is XYL's next dividend payment date?
XYL's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-24 and the next payment date is 2026-03-24. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does XYL pay in dividends per year?
Xylem Inc. paid $1.60 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has XYL been increasing its dividend?
Xylem Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 9.00% and a 10-year CAGR of 11.01%.
Is XYL's dividend safe?
Xylem Inc. has a payout ratio of 40.82%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 42.97%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is XYL's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Xylem 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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