# Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Medical - Distribution
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Cardinal Health, Inc. operates as a global, integrated provider of healthcare services and products, with its reach spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and other international markets. The company delivers bespoke support to a diverse clientele, including hospitals, healthcare networks, pharmacies, outpatient surgical centers, clinical labs, physician practices, and individuals receiving care at home. It is structured into two core divisions: Pharmaceutical and Medical. The Pharmaceutical division oversees the distribution of a wide array of products, encompassing branded, gen...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-26:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $251.54 USD |
| Market Cap | $58.25B |
| P/E (TTM) | 22.34 |
| EPS (TTM) | $11.26 |
| 52-Week Range | $161.36 – $259.21 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 0.82% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 0.82% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $2.05 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $2.06 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 40 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 1.0% / 1.0% / 1.0% / 1.4% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 28.3% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 10.7% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 28.5% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 10.8% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01 | $0.5158 | 2026-10-15 |
| 2026-07-01 | $0.5158 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2026-04-01 | $0.5107 | 2026-04-15 |
| 2026-01-02 | $0.5107 | 2026-01-15 |
| 2025-10-01 | $0.5107 | 2025-10-15 |
| 2025-07-01 | $0.5107 | 2025-07-15 |
| 2025-04-01 | $0.5056 | 2025-04-15 |
| 2025-01-02 | $0.5056 | 2025-01-15 |
| 2024-10-01 | $0.5056 | 2024-10-15 |
| 2024-07-01 | $0.5056 | 2024-07-15 |
| 2024-03-28 | $0.5006 | 2024-04-15 |
| 2023-12-29 | $0.5006 | 2024-01-15 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Cardinal Health, Inc. do?

Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) operates in the Medical - Distribution industry within the Healthcare sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is CAH's market cap?

Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) has a market capitalization of approximately $58.25 billion, as of October 26, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does CAH pay a dividend?

Yes, Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 0.82%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does CAH pay dividends?

Cardinal Health, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $2.06 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 CAH's payout ratio?

Cardinal Health, 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.

### Is CAH a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH) 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/cah
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cah/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cah/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cah/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cah/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/cah/peers

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