A. O. Smith Increases Quarterly Dividend to $0.36 per Share

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A. O. Smith (NYSE: AOS) announced a 6% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.36 per share, affecting both Common Stock and Class A Common Stock.

The dividend is payable on November 17, 2025 to shareholders of record on October 31, 2025. The company said it has raised its dividend each year for over 30 years and that the five‑year compound annual growth rate of its dividend rate is approximately 7%.

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• Quarterly dividend raised 6% to $0.36 per share
• Dividend payable on November 17, 2025
• Record date set for October 31, 2025
• Applies to Common Stock and Class A Common Stock
• Five‑year dividend CAGR approximately 7%
• Dividend increased each year for over 30 years

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News Market Reaction – AOS

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+1.68% News Effect

On the day this news was published, AOS gained 1.68%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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MILWAUKEE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, October 13, 2025, the board of directors of A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) approved a 6% increase in the company's quarterly cash dividend rate to $0.36 per share. The dividend increase affects the company's Common Stock and Class A Common Stock.

A. O. Smith has increased its dividend each year for over 30 years.

The dividend is payable on Monday, November 17 to shareholders of record Friday, October 31, 2025.

"This dividend increase reflects our commitment to returning value to shareholders as part of our broader capital allocation strategy," said Steve Shafer, president and chief executive officer. "We are proud to say the five-year compound annual growth rate of our dividend rate is approximately 7%, and that we have increased our dividend each year for over 30 years."

About A. O. Smith
A. O. Smith Corporation, with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a global leader applying innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AOS), the company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products. For more information, visit www.aosmith.com. 

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SOURCE A. O. Smith Corporation

FAQ

What dividend did A. O. Smith (AOS) announce on October 13, 2025?

AOS announced a 6% increase to a quarterly dividend of $0.36 per share.

When is the A. O. Smith (AOS) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable on November 17, 2025 to shareholders of record on October 31, 2025.

Does the A. O. Smith dividend increase apply to both share classes for AOS?

Yes. The increase applies to both Common Stock and Class A Common Stock.

How long has A. O. Smith (AOS) increased its dividend annually?

AOS has increased its dividend each year for over 30 years.

What is the five‑year compound annual growth rate of A. O. Smith's dividend rate?

The five‑year compound annual growth rate of the dividend rate is approximately 7%.