# A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Industrials · Industry: Industrial - Machinery
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) is a global manufacturer and marketer specializing in a comprehensive array of water heating and treatment solutions. Its operations span North America, China, Europe, and India, organized into two primary geographic segments: North America and Rest of World. The company's product portfolio is extensive, featuring residential and commercial water heaters (gas, heat pump, and electric models), boilers, storage tanks, and various water treatment systems. These products cater to a wide range of applications, including homes, apartments, and condominiums, as well a...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-22:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $62.47 USD |
| Market Cap | $8.49B |
| P/E (TTM) | 16.79 |
| EPS (TTM) | $3.72 |
| 52-Week Range | $54.16 – $81.87 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.31% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 2.31% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $1.44 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $1.44 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 33 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 5.6% / 5.9% / 6.3% / 12.2% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 39.6% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 30.8% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 40.1% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 31.2% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-30 | $0.3800 | 2026-11-16 |
| 2026-07-31 | $0.3600 | 2026-08-17 |
| 2026-04-30 | $0.3600 | 2026-05-15 |
| 2026-01-30 | $0.3600 | 2026-02-17 |
| 2025-10-31 | $0.3600 | 2025-11-17 |
| 2025-07-31 | $0.3400 | 2025-08-15 |
| 2025-04-30 | $0.3400 | 2025-05-15 |
| 2025-01-31 | $0.3400 | 2025-02-18 |
| 2024-10-31 | $0.3400 | 2024-11-15 |
| 2024-07-31 | $0.3200 | 2024-08-15 |
| 2024-04-29 | $0.3200 | 2024-05-15 |
| 2024-01-30 | $0.3200 | 2024-02-15 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does A. O. Smith Corporation do?

A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) operates in the Industrial - Machinery industry within the Industrials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is AOS's market cap?

A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) has a market capitalization of approximately $8.49 billion, as of October 22, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does AOS pay a dividend?

Yes, A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 2.31%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does AOS pay dividends?

A. O. Smith Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $1.44 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is AOS's payout ratio?

A. O. Smith Corporation's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### Is AOS a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) is an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has raised its dividend for at least 25 consecutive years. Its full dividend history and growth rates are on this page.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/aos/peers

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