# Rentokil Initial plc (RTO): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Industrials · Industry: Specialty Business Services
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Rentokil Initial plc is a global service provider operating across North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific, delivering a wide array of essential business support solutions through a route-based model. The company offers comprehensive pest control for both commercial and residential customers, addressing issues ranging from rodents and insects to wildlife management. Its extensive hygiene services include the provision and maintenance of products like soap and hand sanitizer dispensers, air purification systems, feminine hygiene units, and floor protection mats. Rent...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $22.77 USD |
| Market Cap | $11.46B |
| P/E (TTM) | 21.97 |
| EPS (TTM) | $1.04 |
| 52-Week Range | $19.50 – $34.67 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.79% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 2.79% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $0.64 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $0.64 /share |
| Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 0 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 8.0% / 8.4% / 9.2% / 13.2% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 65.1% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 40.4% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 66.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 41.5% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | $0.2240 | 2026-09-21 |
| 2026-04-10 | $0.4120 | 2026-05-19 |
| 2025-08-15 | $0.2075 | 2025-09-23 |
| 2025-04-04 | $0.3942 | 2025-05-15 |
| 2024-08-09 | $0.2072 | 2024-09-17 |
| 2024-04-04 | $0.3747 | 2024-05-28 |
| 2023-08-03 | $0.1759 | 2023-09-12 |
| 2023-04-10 | $0.3208 | 2023-05-18 |
| 2022-08-05 | $0.1403 | 2022-09-22 |
| 2022-04-07 | $0.2664 | 2022-05-31 |
| 2021-08-12 | $0.1443 | 2021-09-23 |
| 2021-04-08 | $0.3827 | 2021-06-01 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Rentokil Initial plc do?

Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) operates in the Specialty Business Services industry within the Industrials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is RTO's market cap?

Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) has a market capitalization of approximately $11.46 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does RTO pay a dividend?

Yes, Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) pays a dividend semi-annually, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 2.79%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does RTO pay dividends?

Rentokil Initial plc pays dividends semi-annually. The forward annual rate is $0.64 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 RTO's payout ratio?

Rentokil Initial 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.

## More on Dividend Data

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

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