YUM is Yum! Brands, Inc. (Consumer Cyclical). Trading at $154.71. Current dividend yield: 1.99%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $3.00 |
| Current yield | 1.99% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Dec 09, 2026(in 47 days) |
| Next payment (estimated) | Dec 21, 2026 · $0.7500 |
| Most recent payment date | Sep 18, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.7500 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 8.60% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 7.60% |
| Payout ratio | 37% |
| Market cap | $41.27B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-09 | $0.7500 |
| 2026-05-27 | $0.7500 |
| 2026-02-20 | $0.7500 |
| 2025-12-02 | $0.7100 |
| 2025-09-02 | $0.7100 |
| 2025-05-27 | $0.7100 |
| 2025-02-21 | $0.7100 |
| 2024-12-02 | $0.6700 |
Price chart & technicals
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About YUM
As of the end of 2025, Yum Brands generated over $68 billion in systemwide sales from more than 63,000 restaurants across 155 markets, making it the world's second-largest restaurant firm by dollar sales. Its portfolio includes KFC (33,897 stores), Pizza Hut (19,974), Taco Bell (9,030), and Habit Burger (384), with 72% of units in international markets. As 97% of its portfolio is franchised, Yum's business model is tilted toward recurring franchise royalties and marketing contributions (64% of revenue), with the balance derived from sales at company-owned locations. The company agreed to sell its Pizza Hut banner, with the transaction closing during the third quarter of 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is YUM's dividend yield?
YUM (Yum! Brands, Inc.) currently has a dividend yield of 1.99%, which works out to about $3.00 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is YUM's next ex-dividend date?
YUM's next ex-dividend date is Dec 09, 2026 (in 47 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did YUM last pay a dividend?
YUM's most recent dividend payment date was Sep 18, 2026.
How often does YUM pay dividends?
YUM pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is YUM growing its dividend?
YUM has been growing its dividend at a 7.60% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-10-23. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.