Caterpillar (CAT) Dividend Income Calculator
Caterpillar (CAT) has paid 177 dividends since Jan 14, 1982. The most recent was $1.5100/share on Jan 20, 2026, paid Quarterly. Use the calculator below to see how much dividend income you would have earned.
Caterpillar
CAT
Total Dividend Income
$30,884.42
From $1,000 invested
Number of Payments
177
432.90 shares
Avg. Annual Yield on Cost
68.63%
Over 45 years
Years of Dividends
45
Jan 14, 1982 – Jan 20, 2026
Annual Dividend Breakdown
Totals per calendar year for your investment scenario (cash dividends, no DRIP).
| Year | Total Dividends ($) | Payments | Yield on Cost (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 129.87 | 4 | 12.99 |
| 1983 | 81.17 | 4 | 8.12 |
| 1984 | 67.64 | 4 | 6.76 |
| 1985 | 27.06 | 4 | 2.71 |
| 1986 | 27.06 | 4 | 2.71 |
| 1987 | 27.06 | 4 | 2.71 |
| 1988 | 40.80 | 4 | 4.08 |
| 1989 | 64.94 | 4 | 6.49 |
| 1990 | 64.94 | 4 | 6.49 |
| 1991 | 64.94 | 4 | 6.49 |
| 1992 | 32.47 | 4 | 3.25 |
| 1993 | 32.47 | 4 | 3.25 |
| 1994 | 48.70 | 4 | 4.87 |
| 1995 | 129.87 | 4 | 12.99 |
| 1996 | 162.34 | 4 | 16.23 |
| 1997 | 194.81 | 4 | 19.48 |
| 1998 | 238.10 | 4 | 23.81 |
| 1999 | 270.56 | 4 | 27.06 |
| 2000 | 287.88 | 4 | 28.79 |
| 2001 | 298.70 | 4 | 29.87 |
| 2002 | 303.03 | 4 | 30.30 |
| 2003 | 307.36 | 4 | 30.74 |
| 2004 | 337.66 | 4 | 33.77 |
| 2005 | 393.94 | 4 | 39.39 |
| 2006 | 476.19 | 4 | 47.62 |
| 2007 | 571.43 | 4 | 57.14 |
| 2008 | 675.32 | 4 | 67.53 |
| 2009 | 727.27 | 4 | 72.73 |
| 2010 | 744.59 | 4 | 74.46 |
| 2011 | 779.22 | 4 | 77.92 |
| 2012 | 1073.59 | 5 | 107.36 |
| 2013 | 744.59 | 3 | 74.46 |
| 2014 | 1125.54 | 4 | 112.55 |
| 2015 | 1272.73 | 4 | 127.27 |
| 2016 | 1333.33 | 4 | 133.33 |
| 2017 | 1341.99 | 4 | 134.20 |
| 2018 | 1419.91 | 4 | 141.99 |
| 2019 | 1636.36 | 4 | 163.64 |
| 2020 | 1783.55 | 4 | 178.35 |
| 2021 | 1852.81 | 4 | 185.28 |
| 2022 | 2000.00 | 4 | 200.00 |
| 2023 | 2164.50 | 4 | 216.45 |
| 2024 | 2346.32 | 4 | 234.63 |
| 2025 | 2528.14 | 4 | 252.81 |
| 2026 | 653.68 | 1 | 65.37 |
Dividend Payments
Dates are ex-dividend. Total received is cash income for your entered investment amount (no DRIP).
Ex-date Jan 20, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $1.5100
- Total received
- $653.68
Ex-date Oct 20, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.5100
- Total received
- $653.68
Ex-date Jul 21, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.5100
- Total received
- $653.68
Ex-date Apr 21, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.4100
- Total received
- $610.39
Ex-date Jan 21, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.4100
- Total received
- $610.39
Ex-date Oct 21, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.4100
- Total received
- $610.39
Ex-date Jul 22, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.4100
- Total received
- $610.39
Ex-date Apr 19, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3000
- Total received
- $562.77
Ex-date Jan 19, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3000
- Total received
- $562.77
Ex-date Oct 20, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.3000
- Total received
- $562.77
Ex-date Jul 19, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.3000
- Total received
- $562.77
Ex-date Apr 21, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.2000
- Total received
- $519.48
| Date | Dividend/Share | Total Received |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | $1.5100 | $653.68 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | $1.5100 | $653.68 |
| Jul 21, 2025 | $1.5100 | $653.68 |
| Apr 21, 2025 | $1.4100 | $610.39 |
| Jan 21, 2025 | $1.4100 | $610.39 |
| Oct 21, 2024 | $1.4100 | $610.39 |
| Jul 22, 2024 | $1.4100 | $610.39 |
| Apr 19, 2024 | $1.3000 | $562.77 |
| Jan 19, 2024 | $1.3000 | $562.77 |
| Oct 20, 2023 | $1.3000 | $562.77 |
| Jul 19, 2023 | $1.3000 | $562.77 |
| Apr 21, 2023 | $1.2000 | $519.48 |
Frequently asked questions
How much dividend income would $1,000 invested in Caterpillar have earned?
- A $1,000 investment in Caterpillar (CAT) from Jan 14, 1982 would have earned $30,884.42 in total dividend income across 177 payments.
How many dividends has Caterpillar paid?
- Caterpillar (CAT) has made 177 dividend payments since Jan 14, 1982.
Does the calculator include reinvested dividends (DRIP)?
- Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" checkbox to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included in the dividend income calculation?
- No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket and account type.
What data source is used for Caterpillar dividends?
- Dividend data comes from verified historical records. All recorded dividends are included, using split-adjusted amounts for accuracy.
Data & methodology
What data source is used?
- Dividend data comes from verified historical records, including all regular and special dividends.
Does this include special dividends?
- Yes, all recorded dividends are included in the calculation, including special (one-time) dividends.
Does this account for DRIP (dividend reinvestment)?
- Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" option to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included?
- No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket, account type, and jurisdiction.
How are stock splits handled?
- The calculator uses split-adjusted dividend amounts (adj_dividend) which account for all historical stock splits, ensuring accurate income calculations.