# Baxter International Inc. (BAX): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Medical - Instruments & Supplies
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Baxter International Inc., operating globally via its subsidiaries, is a leading developer and provider of a wide spectrum of healthcare products. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes various dialysis treatments, such as peritoneal and hemodialysis, along with related therapies and services. It also specializes in intravenous (IV) therapies, infusion pumps, administration sets, and devices for drug reconstitution. Further expanding its pharmaceutical offerings, Baxter delivers pre-mixed and oncology drug platforms, inhaled anesthetic agents, critical care products, and pharmacy co...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $25.30 USD |
| Market Cap | $13.08B |
| P/E (TTM) | 12.34 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.05 |
| 52-Week Range | $15.73 – $30.00 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 0.16% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 0.16% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $0.04 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $0.04 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 0 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | -94.1% / -67.5% / -48.6% / -22.6% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | -9.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 15.3% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | -2.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 3.1% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-28 | $0.0100 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2026-05-29 | $0.0100 | 2026-07-01 |
| 2026-02-27 | $0.0100 | 2026-04-01 |
| 2025-11-28 | $0.0100 | 2026-01-02 |
| 2025-08-29 | $0.1700 | 2025-10-01 |
| 2025-05-30 | $0.1700 | 2025-07-01 |
| 2025-02-28 | $0.1700 | 2025-04-01 |
| 2024-11-29 | $0.1700 | 2025-01-02 |
| 2024-08-30 | $0.2900 | 2024-10-01 |
| 2024-05-31 | $0.2900 | 2024-07-01 |
| 2024-02-29 | $0.2900 | 2024-04-01 |
| 2023-11-30 | $0.2900 | 2024-01-02 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Baxter International Inc. do?

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) operates in the Medical - Instruments & Supplies industry within the Healthcare sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is BAX's market cap?

Baxter International Inc. (BAX) has a market capitalization of approximately $13.08 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does BAX pay a dividend?

Yes, Baxter International Inc. (BAX) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 0.16%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does BAX pay dividends?

Baxter International Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $0.04 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 BAX's payout ratio?

Baxter International Inc.'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.

## More on Dividend Data

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

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