# Linde plc (LIN): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Basic Materials · Industry: Chemicals - Specialty
- Exchange: NASDAQ · Trading currency: USD

Linde plc functions as a global industrial gas and engineering powerhouse, extending its operations throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company's comprehensive product line features atmospheric gases like oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and various rare gases, alongside a diverse array of process gases such as carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, specialized electronic gases, and acetylene. Beyond gas supply, Linde is also adept at designing and constructing turnkey process plants. These engineering solutions serve both third-party customers...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-22:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $510.36 USD |
| Market Cap | $235.27B |
| P/E (TTM) | 29.60 |
| EPS (TTM) | $17.24 |
| 52-Week Range | $387.78 – $548.20 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 1.23% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 1.23% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $6.30 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $6.40 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 33 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 6.7% / 7.9% / 8.6% / 7.9% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 40.1% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 57.6% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 41.3% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 59.5% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-03 | $1.6000 | 2026-09-17 |
| 2026-06-04 | $1.6000 | 2026-06-18 |
| 2026-03-11 | $1.6000 | 2026-03-26 |
| 2025-12-03 | $1.5000 | 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-09-04 | $1.5000 | 2025-09-18 |
| 2025-06-04 | $1.5000 | 2025-06-18 |
| 2025-03-13 | $1.5000 | 2025-03-27 |
| 2024-12-03 | $1.3900 | 2024-12-17 |
| 2024-09-04 | $1.3900 | 2024-09-18 |
| 2024-06-04 | $1.3900 | 2024-06-18 |
| 2024-03-13 | $1.3900 | 2024-03-28 |
| 2023-12-01 | $1.2750 | 2023-12-18 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Linde plc do?

Linde plc (LIN) operates in the Chemicals - Specialty industry within the Basic Materials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is LIN's market cap?

Linde plc (LIN) has a market capitalization of approximately $235.27 billion, as of October 22, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does LIN pay a dividend?

Yes, Linde plc (LIN) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 1.23%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does LIN pay dividends?

Linde plc pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $6.40 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 LIN's payout ratio?

Linde plc'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 LIN a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, Linde plc (LIN) 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/lin
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/lin/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/lin/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/lin/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/lin/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/lin/peers

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