Stryker declares an $0.88 per share quarterly dividend

Stryker (NYSE:SYK) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.88 per share, payable January 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025.

Rhea-AI Summary

Stryker (NYSE:SYK) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.88 per share, payable January 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025. The Board said the payout represents a 4.8% increase versus both the prior year and the previous quarter. Management framed the raise as consistent with the company’s capital allocation priorities and confidence in future financial performance.

Positive

• Dividend set at $0.88 per share
• Payment date: January 30, 2026
• Record date: December 31, 2025
• Declared increase of 4.8% versus prior year and prior quarter

Negative

• None.

Argus Dec 11 session

-0.23% close to close Open Argus

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News Market Reaction – SYK

On Dec 11, the day this news came out, SYK closed 0.23% below the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Dec 11 session.

Market Context

This announcement highlights Stryker’s continued commitment to shareholder returns, with the quarter...

Analysis

This announcement highlights Stryker’s continued commitment to shareholder returns, with the quarterly dividend raised to $0.88 per share, a 4.8% increase versus the prior year and quarter. Earlier in 2025, dividends held at $0.84 per share while the company delivered strong revenue growth and higher guidance. Investors may watch how this stepped-up payout fits alongside capital needs from recent acquisitions, leadership transitions, and broader medical device sector trends.

Key Figures

Quarterly dividend: $0.88 per share Dividend increase: 4.8% Payment date: January 30, 2026 +1 more

Quarterly dividend

$0.88 per share

Declared by Board, latest announcement

Dividend increase

4.8%

Increase vs prior year and previous quarter

Payment date

January 30, 2026

Dividend payable date

Record date

December 31, 2025

Shareholders of record date

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 04

5 events

1. Dec 04

   Leadership change

   24h Move

   -0.4%

   Named new President and COO emphasizing continuity and internal succession.

2. Oct 30

   Earnings results

   24h Move

   -3.5%

   Reported strong Q3 growth, margin expansion, and raised full-year guidance.

3. Oct 14

   Product showcase

   24h Move

   +1.4%

   Highlighted expanded trauma portfolio and solutions at an industry meeting.

4. Oct 01

   Earnings schedule

   24h Move

   -1.5%

   Announced timing and webcast details for upcoming Q3 2025 results.

5. Sep 09

   Product launch

   24h Move

   -0.1%

   Launched FDA-cleared Incompass Total Ankle System at a major meeting.

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Portage, Michigan, Dec. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stryker (NYSE:SYK) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.88 per share payable January 30, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025, representing an increase of 4.8% versus the prior year and previous quarter. 

“We remain confident in our ability to deliver strong financial performance, and consistent with our capital allocation priorities we are increasing our dividend to $0.88 per share,” said Kevin Lobo, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Stryker.

About Stryker

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology and Orthopaedics that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside our customers around the world, we impact more than 150 million patients annually. More information is available at www.stryker.com.

Contacts

For investor inquiries:
Jason Beach, Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations at 269-385-2600 or jason.beach@stryker.com 

For media inquiries:
Kim Montagnino, Vice President, Chief Communications Officer at 269-385-2600 or kim.montagnino@stryker.com

FAQ

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What dividend did Stryker (SYK) declare on December 11, 2025?

Stryker declared a quarterly dividend of $0.88 per share on December 11, 2025.

When will Stryker (SYK) pay the $0.88 dividend?

The dividend is payable on January 30, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025.

How much did Stryker's dividend increase for the December 11, 2025 declaration?

The Board reported the dividend represents a 4.8% increase versus the prior year and the previous quarter.

Who is eligible for Stryker's January 30, 2026 dividend (SYK)?

Shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2025 are eligible for the January 30, 2026 payment.

Does Stryker (SYK) link the dividend increase to capital policy?

The company said the increase is consistent with its capital allocation priorities and confidence in financial performance.