DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV) today increased its quarterly cash dividend to $0.525 (fifty-two and one-half cents) per share, from the previous $0.52 (fifty-two cents) per share, an increase of $0.005 (one-half cent). This is the 71st consecutive year in which the Company has increased its annual cash dividend, demonstrating Dover's longstanding commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
This increased dividend will be paid on September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 31, 2026.
About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.
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FAQ
What is Dover's (NYSE:DOV) new quarterly dividend announced in August 2026?
Dover’s new quarterly dividend is $0.525 per share. According to Dover, this is an increase from the previous $0.52 per share, representing a $0.005 per-share boost in cash returned to shareholders each quarter.
When will Dover's increased $0.525 dividend be paid and what is the record date?
The increased dividend will be paid on September 15, 2026. According to Dover, shareholders must be on record by August 31, 2026 to receive the $0.525 per-share cash dividend for that quarter.
How many consecutive years has Dover (DOV) increased its dividend as of 2026?
Dover has increased its annual cash dividend for 71 consecutive years. According to Dover, this long record is presented as evidence of the company’s consistent policy of returning capital to shareholders through regular dividend growth over decades.
How much did Dover's quarterly dividend increase in 2026 in dollar terms?
Dover’s quarterly dividend increased by $0.005 per share. According to Dover, the dividend moved from $0.52 to $0.525 per share, a half-cent rise that slightly raises the cash distributed to shareholders each quarter compared with the prior rate.
What does the 2026 dividend increase indicate about Dover's capital return strategy?
The 2026 dividend increase supports Dover’s ongoing capital return approach. According to Dover, lifting the quarterly dividend to $0.525 and extending its 71-year streak of annual raises highlights a continued emphasis on shareholder distributions alongside its diversified manufacturing operations.
How large is Dover, the company increasing its dividend in 2026?
Dover reports annual revenue of over $8 billion and about 24,000 employees. According to Dover, the company operates through five segments spanning engineered products, clean energy and fueling, imaging, pumps and process solutions, and climate and sustainability technologies worldwide.
