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MET| MetLife

Dividend Contender (13 yrs)

Financialsβ€’Life & Health Insuranceβ€’USD Currency

Dividend Yield
2.43%
Forward annual yield
Growth Streak
13 Years
Consecutive increases
Annual Payout
$2.37
USD per share
Payout Ratio
44.0%
Safe buffer (<60%)
5Y Growth (CAGR)
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5-Year dividend CAGR
Ex-Dividend Date
2026-08-04
Next / Recent ex-date

MetLife (MET) pays an annualized forward dividend of $2.37 per share in USD, representing a forward yield of 2.43%.

With a dividend payout ratio of 44.0%.

Historical Dividend Payouts(MET)

Recent cash distributions, declared payout dates, and distribution track record.

Ex-Date:2026-08-04

Detailed distribution payments are updated regularly. MetLife distributes an annualized rate of $2.37 per share on a quarterly schedule.

Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Calculator

Simulate compound dividend reinvestment returns with MET.

Initial Investment$10,000
Monthly Contribution$250/mo
Starting Dividend Yield2.43%
Annual Dividend Growth (CAGR)6.0%
Annual Share Price Growth5.0%
Investment Horizon15 Years
Portfolio Value
$124,959
Annual Dividend
$6,054/yr
Monthly Income
$505/mo
Capital BreakdownYear 15 Projection
Contributions: $55,000
Dividends & Growth: +$69,959
YearBalanceAnnual DividendMonthly Cash Flow
Year 5$32,074+$824+$69/mo
Year 10$66,489+$2,385+$199/mo
Year 15$124,959+$6,054+$505/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions about MetLife (MET)

How many consecutive years has MetLife (MET) increased its dividend?

MetLife (MET) has increased its annual dividend payout for 13 consecutive years, placing it in the Dividend Contender tier.

What is MetLife's current dividend yield and payout?

As of recent market updates, MetLife offers a forward dividend yield of 2.43% with an estimated annual payout of $2.37 per share in USD.

What is MetLife's dividend payout ratio and is it sustainable?

MetLife has an estimated dividend payout ratio of 44.0%. A payout ratio below 60% indicates a strong safety buffer, leaving ample room for continued reinvestment and future dividend growth.

When is the next or most recent ex-dividend date for MET?

The recorded ex-dividend date for MetLife (MET) is 2026-08-04. Investors must purchase or hold shares before this date to receive the upcoming distribution.

Is MetLife (MET) a Dividend Aristocrat or King?

With a 13-year streak, MetLife is classified as a Dividend Contender, working toward Aristocrat status (25+ years).

How does dividend reinvestment (DRIP) work for MET?

A Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) allows you to automatically reinvest cash dividends from MetLife into additional shares or fractional shares, compounding your investment value over time.