Johnson & Johnson Extends Dividend Streak to 64 Years

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has increased its dividend for 64 consecutive years. This remarkable streak puts it in an elite group of companies known as Dividend Kings, which have raised their dividends annually for at least 50 consecutive years.

The company recently declared a 3.1% increase to its quarterly dividend, from $1.30 per share to $1.34. This means the new annual dividend is $5.36 per share.

For investors holding $10,000 in J&J stock, this translates to about 38 shares at the current price of around $260. The investment would yield approximately $204 a year in dividend income, with a modest forward dividend yield of 2.07%.

The article notes that while Johnson & Johnson's dividend yield is not high, the stock has delivered strong price appreciation. Over the past 52 weeks, J&J stock has risen by 50%, and in 2026 it has climbed 26%. This performance outpaces the broader market as measured by the S&P 500.