Applied Materials Announces Cash Dividend

Applied Materials confirms a $0.53 quarterly dividend and underscores a decade-long record of growing and returning cash to shareholders.

Rhea-AI Summary

Applied Materials (AMAT) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.53 per share on its common stock, payable on Dec. 10, 2026 to shareholders of record on Nov. 19, 2026.

The company highlights the dividend as a core part of its capital allocation strategy. The current rate reflects a 15% increase from $0.46 announced in March 2026 and marks nine consecutive years of dividend increases. Applied reports its dividend per share has grown at an 18% compound annual rate over the past decade and that over the last 10 fiscal years it has returned nearly 90% of free cash flow via dividends and buybacks. In Q3 fiscal 2026, the company returned $860 million through dividends and repurchases and had about $12.8 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization.

Positive

• Quarterly dividend set at $0.53 per share, payable Dec. 10, 2026
• Dividend per share increased 15% in March 2026, from $0.46 to $0.53
• Nine consecutive years of dividend increases
• Dividend CAGR of 18% over the past decade
• Capital returns of nearly 90% of free cash flow over 10 fiscal years
• Q3 FY 2026 shareholder returns totaled $860 million
• Remaining buyback authorization of approximately $12.8 billion

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• None.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Materials, Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.53 per share payable on the company’s common stock. The dividend is payable on Dec. 10, 2026 to shareholders of record as of Nov. 19, 2026.

The cash dividend is a key component of Applied’s capital allocation strategy. In March 2026, Applied announced a 15-percent increase in the quarterly dividend per share, from $0.46 to $0.53, marking nine consecutive years of dividend increases. With that increase, Applied has grown its dividend per share at a compound annual growth rate of 18 percent over the past decade.

Over the past 10 fiscal years, the company has distributed nearly 90 percent of free cash flow to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.

In the third quarter of fiscal 2026, Applied distributed $860 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. The company had approximately $12.8 billion remaining in its share repurchase authorization at the end of the period.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, express or implied, regarding future rates of cash dividends and our share repurchase program. While we expect to continue to pay dividends in the future, the declaration of any future dividends or dividends at any particular rate is subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors and will depend on our financial condition, results of operations, capital requirements, business conditions and other factors, as well as a determination by the Board of Directors that dividends are in the best interests of our stockholders. The timing and amount of share repurchases will depend on market conditions, our other funding requirements and other considerations. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements are described in our SEC filings, including our recent Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All forward-looking statements are based on management’s current estimates, projections and assumptions, and we assume no obligation to update them.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measure
For reconciliation of the GAAP to non-GAAP financial measure related to free cash flow, see non-GAAP reconciliation materials on the Investor Relations website at ir.appliedmaterials.com.

About Applied Materials
Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMAT) is the leader in materials engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor and advanced display in the world. The technology we create is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation chips. At Applied, we push the boundaries of science and engineering to deliver material innovation that changes the world. Learn more at www.appliedmaterials.com.

Contact:
Ricky Gradwohl (editorial/media) 408.235.4676
Mike Sullivan (financial community) 408.986.7977

FAQ

When is the record date and payment date for Applied Materials' latest quarterly dividend?

The $0.53 per share quarterly dividend is payable on Dec. 10, 2026 to shareholders of record as of Nov. 19, 2026.

How does the new $0.53 dividend compare with Applied Materials' prior quarterly dividend?

In March 2026, Applied Materials raised its quarterly dividend per share by 15%, from $0.46 to $0.53.

What has Applied Materials returned to shareholders recently and what repurchase capacity remains?

In the third quarter of fiscal 2026, Applied Materials distributed $860 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases and ended the period with about $12.8 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization.

How does Applied Materials describe its long-term approach to returning cash to shareholders?

The company describes its cash dividend as a key part of its capital allocation strategy, noting nine consecutive years of dividend increases, an 18% compound annual growth rate in dividend per share over the past decade, and returning nearly 90% of free cash flow over the last 10 fiscal years through dividends and share repurchases.