Medtronic announces cash dividend for third quarter of fiscal year 2026

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Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) announced a $0.71 per share cash dividend for Q3 of fiscal 2026. The board approved the dividend on December 4, 2025, payable on January 16, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 26, 2025.

This declaration is consistent with the company's May 2025 dividend increase and continues Medtronic's track record as a S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, having raised its annual dividend for 48 consecutive years.

Positive

• Quarterly dividend of $0.71 per share
• Dividend payable on January 16, 2026
• Record date set at December 26, 2025
• 48 consecutive years of annual dividend increases

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – MDT

-0.62%

-0.62% Session close to close

In the Dec 5 session, MDT declined 0.62%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement confirmed a Q3 FY26 cash dividend of $0.71 per ordinary share, consistent with Med...

Analysis

This announcement confirmed a Q3 FY26 cash dividend of $0.71 per ordinary share, consistent with Medtronic’s May 2025 increase and its 48-year record of annual dividend growth as part of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index. In context of recent strong Q2 FY26 results and continued product and regulatory milestones, the dividend underscores a stable capital return framework. Investors may watch future dividend declarations and earnings updates for any change in payout level or guidance trends.

Key Figures

Quarterly dividend: $0.71 per ordinary share Dividend growth streak: 48 consecutive years Dividend pay date: January 16, 2026 +5 more

8 metrics

Quarterly dividend $0.71 per ordinary share Q3 fiscal 2026 dividend approved Dec 4, 2025

Dividend growth streak 48 consecutive years Years of annual dividend increases as of Dec 2025

Dividend pay date January 16, 2026 Payable date for Q3 FY26 dividend

Record date December 26, 2025 Shareholders of record for Q3 FY26 dividend

Employees 95,000+ people Global Medtronic workforce mentioned in company description

Countries served 150+ countries Geographic reach of Medtronic’s operations

Health conditions 70 conditions Number of health conditions treated by company technologies

Patients helped Two people every second Stated rate of lives impacted by Medtronic therapies

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 04 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Dec 04	Dividend declaration	Positive	-0.6%	Board approved Q3 FY26 cash dividend of $0.71 per ordinary share.
Dec 03	Regulatory clearance	Positive	+0.0%	FDA clearance of Hugo robotic-assisted system for urologic procedures.
Dec 02	Product launch	Positive	-1.3%	U.S. launch of MiniMed 780G system integrated with Instinct sensor.
Nov 18	Earnings results	Positive	+4.7%	Q2 FY26 revenue and EPS growth with raised full-year guidance.
Nov 05	Earnings preview	Neutral	-0.4%	Announcement of timing and access details for Q2 FY26 results.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive corporate updates (earnings, product launches, FDA clearance, dividends) have produced mixed short-term price reactions, with both aligned gains and divergences where shares slipped despite constructive news.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, Medtronic reported strong Q2 FY26 results with revenue of $8.96B and raised guidance, began the U.S. launch of the MiniMed 780G with the Instinct sensor, and secured FDA clearance for the Hugo robotic-assisted surgery system. Dividend declarations, including the new $0.71 Q3 FY26 payout announced on Dec 4, 2025, extend its 48-year dividend growth record. Short-term price reactions to these events have varied, highlighting that fundamentally positive news has not always translated into immediate gains.

Key Terms

ordinary share, S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index, forward-looking statements

3 terms

ordinary share financial

"approved the company's cash dividend for the third quarter... of $0.71 per ordinary share."

An ordinary share is a unit of ownership in a company that gives the holder a stake in its profits and usually the right to vote on key decisions. Think of it like a slice of a pizza where each slice entitles you to a portion of what’s left after bills are paid; value can rise or fall with the business and may pay dividends, so it matters to investors for income, growth and control.

S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index financial

"Medtronic is a constituent of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index, having increased its annual dividend..."

A stock index composed of S&P 500 companies that have raised their dividends every year for a long, specified stretch, serving as a list of firms with steady income-growing records. For investors, it acts like a curated “reliable-payer” roster — useful for finding stocks that may offer consistent cash returns and lower volatility compared with the broader market, similar to choosing appliances from brands known for durability.

forward-looking statements regulatory

"Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described..."

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

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GALWAY, Ireland, Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT) on Thursday, December 4, 2025, approved the company's cash dividend for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 of $0.71 per ordinary share. This quarterly declaration is consistent with the dividend increase announcement made by the company in May 2025. Medtronic is a constituent of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index, having increased its annual dividend payment for the past 48 consecutive years. The dividend is payable on January 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 26, 2025.

About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Galway, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic (NYSE: MDT), visit www.Medtronic.com and follow Medtronic on LinkedIn.

Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

Contacts:
Jane Di Leo
Public Relations
jane.e.dileo@medtronic.com

Ryan Weispfenning
Investor Relations
+1-763-505-4626

 

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SOURCE Medtronic plc

FAQ

What dividend did Medtronic (MDT) declare for Q3 fiscal 2026?

Medtronic declared a $0.71 per share cash dividend for Q3 fiscal 2026.

When is the Medtronic (MDT) Q3 fiscal 2026 dividend payable?

The dividend is payable on January 16, 2026.

What is the record date to receive Medtronic's (MDT) January 2026 dividend?

Shareholders of record at the close of business on December 26, 2025 will receive the dividend.

Does Medtronic (MDT) still qualify as a Dividend Aristocrat in 2025?

Yes. Medtronic is listed as an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat with 48 consecutive years of raises.

Was the Q3 fiscal 2026 dividend consistent with prior guidance from Medtronic?

Yes. The $0.71 quarterly declaration is consistent with the dividend increase announced in May 2025.