Otis Announces 5 Percent Increase in Quarterly Dividend to $0.44 per Share

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Otis (NYSE: OTIS) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share, a 5% increase, payable June 12, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 15, 2026.

Management cited Service business cash flows and noted the dividend has risen ~120% since the 2020 spin; Otis maintains roughly 2.5 million customer units and moves about 2.5 billion people daily.

Positive

• Dividend +5% to $0.44 per share
• Dividend has increased approximately 120% since 2020
• Dividend payable June 12, 2026; record date May 15, 2026
• Service portfolio supports cash flow (2.5 million units)

Negative

• Increase is modest at only 5% year-over-year
• Forward-looking caution: future dividends may vary materially per company statement

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FARMINGTON, Conn., April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share of Otis' common stock, representing a 5% increase. The dividend will be payable on June 12, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 15, 2026.

"With the continued strength of our Service driven business and the cash flows it generates, this dividend increase underscores our disciplined approach to capital allocation," said Judy Marks, Otis Chair, CEO and President. "Our dividend has increased approximately 120% since our spin in 2020, reflecting our focus on delivering attractive and sustainable returns to shareholders."

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation, service and modernization of elevators and escalators, we move 2.5 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.5 million customer units worldwide – the industry's largest Service portfolio. You'll find us in the world's most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 45,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

Cautionary Statement
This release includes statements related to anticipated earnings, cash flow and dividends that constitute "forward-looking statements" under the securities laws. All forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Past dividends provide no assurance as to future dividends. The payment and amount of future dividends could vary significantly from past amounts due to a number of risks and uncertainties. Risks and uncertainties include: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which Otis and its businesses operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability or costs (including tighter credit conditions), levels of end market demand in construction, pandemic health issues, natural disasters and the financial condition of Otis' customers and suppliers; (2) risks associated with indebtedness; (3) challenges in the development and production of new products and services; and (4) the effect of changes in laws and regulations, political conditions and geopolitical conflicts in countries in which we operate and other factors beyond our control. The above list of factors is not exhaustive or necessarily in order of importance. For additional information on identifying factors that may cause actual results to vary from those stated in forward-looking statements, see the reports of Otis on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filed with or furnished to the SEC from time to time. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and Otis assumes no obligation to update or revise such statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

Media Contact:	Investor Relations Contact:
Katy Padgett	Rob Quartaro
+1-860-674-3047	+1-860-676-6011
kathleen.padgett@otis.com	investorrelations@otis.com

 

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SOURCE Otis Worldwide Corporation

FAQ

What dividend did Otis (OTIS) announce on April 21, 2026?

Otis declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share, a 5% increase. According to the company, the dividend is payable June 12, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 15, 2026.

When will Otis (OTIS) shareholders receive the dividend declared April 21, 2026?

The dividend payment date is June 12, 2026 with a record date of May 15, 2026. According to the company, eligible shareholders on the May 15 record date will receive the June 12 payment.

How large is the dividend increase announced by Otis (OTIS) in April 2026?

Otis increased its quarterly dividend by 5% to $0.44 per share. According to the company, this reflects service-driven cash flows and a ~120% increase in dividends since the 2020 spin.

What does the Otis (OTIS) dividend announcement say about the company's cash flow?

The company links the dividend increase to strength in its Service business and cash flows. According to the company, the Service portfolio includes about 2.5 million customer units and drives recurring cash generation.

Does the Otis (OTIS) announcement guarantee future dividend increases?

No; the announcement includes forward-looking caution that future dividends may vary. According to the company, payment and amount of future dividends could change materially due to risks and uncertainties.