CTAS raises quarterly dividend 15.6% to $0.52 per share

Cintas Corporation (CTAS) has announced a quarterly dividend increase of 15.6%, raising the payout to $0.5200 per share. The new dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of the ex-dividend date, which is set for August 14, 2026.

The numbers

The previous quarterly dividend was $0.4500 per share. The new payment of $0.5200 represents a $0.07 increase. This marks the company's latest step in a consistent pattern of dividend growth. Recent quarterly payments have been $0.39 (May 2025), $0.45 (Aug 2025), $0.45 (Nov 2025), $0.45 (Feb 2026), and $0.45 (May 2026). The new rate brings the trailing twelve-month dividend per share to $1.8700, yielding 0.94% at the current price of $199.52. Cintas has increased its dividend for four consecutive years, with a five-year compound annual growth rate of 13.9%.

What it means for income investors

Based on the new quarterly rate, an investor holding 100 shares would receive $52.00 per quarter, or $208.00 annually, up from $180.00 previously. The increase reflects the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders. For a detailed look at historical payouts, see the dividend history page.

Reporting based on: DividendSmart market data. Figures verified against market data where available.