STOCK DIVIDEND AND STOCK SPLIT
The most common method for companies to distribute wealth among shareholders is to pay dividends in the form of cash or stock. When a company has a low level of liquid cash on hand, stock dividends are typically issued in lieu of cash dividends. It is the board of directors that decides whether a dividend should be declared and in what form it should be distributed. Dividend yield is also a financial ratio that shows how much a company pays out in dividends on its shares each year, which is something investors look for in a stock.
Dividend Rate
Trailing Annual Dividend Rate
$3.93
Forward Annual Dividend Rate
$2.89
Yield
Trailing Annual Dividend Yield
11.34%
Forward Annual Dividend Yield
6.35%
Dividend Date
Dividend Date
Jan 15, 2026
Ex-dividend Date
Dec 15, 2025
6.15 %
31.45
Dividend History
| Announced | Amount | Ex-Dividend Date | Record Date | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 06, 2025 | 0.438 | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 |
| Aug 06, 2025 | 0.438 | Sep 15, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 |
| May 07, 2025 | 0.438 | Jun 16, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Feb 06, 2025 | 0.998 | Mar 14, 2025 | Mar 14, 2025 | Apr 15, 2025 |
| Nov 07, 2024 | 0.998 | Dec 16, 2024 | Dec 16, 2024 | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Aug 01, 2024 | 0.998 | Sep 16, 2024 | Sep 16, 2024 | Oct 15, 2024 |
| May 02, 2024 | 0.725 | Jun 14, 2024 | Jun 14, 2024 | Jul 15, 2024 |
| Feb 08, 2024 | 0.737 | Mar 14, 2024 | Mar 15, 2024 | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Nov 02, 2023 | 0.968 | Dec 14, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Nov 01, 2023 | 0.723 | Dec 14, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Aug 04, 2023 | 0.968 | Sep 14, 2023 | Sep 15, 2023 | Oct 16, 2023 |
| Aug 03, 2023 | 0.715 | Sep 14, 2023 | Sep 15, 2023 | Oct 15, 2023 |
| May 04, 2023 | 0.73 | Jun 14, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | Jul 15, 2023 |
| Feb 02, 2023 | 0.702 | Mar 14, 2023 | Mar 15, 2023 | Apr 15, 2023 |
| Nov 03, 2022 | 0.674 | Dec 14, 2022 | Dec 15, 2022 | Jan 16, 2023 |
| Aug 04, 2022 | 0.697 | Sep 14, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | Oct 15, 2022 |
| May 05, 2022 | 0.711 | Jun 14, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Jul 15, 2022 |
| Feb 03, 2022 | 0.92 | Mar 14, 2022 | Mar 15, 2022 | Apr 15, 2022 |
| Nov 04, 2021 | 0.875 | Dec 14, 2021 | Dec 15, 2021 | Jan 15, 2022 |
Stock Split History
| Date | Ratio | Change Before Split | Change After Split |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 1997 | 2:1 | +1.47% | +3.33% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BCE Inc. (BCE) a dividend paying company?
In a company, dividends are a portion of profits paid out to shareholders - investors getting a little bit back on their investment. In particular, dividends benefit investors, especially income-seeking investors, because they provide mutual benefits both to companies and investors. Dividends are a strong indicator for a company's ability to produce profits consistently and reflect favorably on its management. BCE Inc. is also among the companies that regularly pay dividends.
What is BCE's dividend yield?
Many factors affect dividend yields, including global market conditions, interest rates, and the financial status of an individual company.However, the average dividend yield for a good company is between 2% and 6%. BCE's annual dividend yield for the trailing 12 months is 11.34.
When did BCE last pay a dividend?
BCE last paid dividends on 2026-01-15, with the ex-dividend date being 2025-12-15.
When was the last time BCE stock split?
BCE stock split took place on 23-05-1997.
How did BCE's stock split work?
Its last split took place on May 23, 1997, when BCE Inc. went through a 2:1 split leaving the shareholder with 2 share(s) who previously owned 1 BCE share(s).