■ Increase · July 23, 2026
Encompass Health Boosts Quarterly Dividend to $0.21 per Share
Encompass Health Corp. increases quarterly dividend by $0.02 to $0.21 per share, payable Oct. 15, 2026, to shareholders of record Oct. 1, 2026.
Dividend Increase Details
Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE:EHC) announced that its board of directors has approved a $0.02 increase in the company's quarterly dividend, raising the payout to $0.21 per share. The dividend is payable on Oct. 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of Oct. 1, 2026.
About Encompass Health
Encompass Health is the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. The company operates 176 hospitals across 39 states and Puerto Rico, providing rehabilitative care for patients recovering from major injuries or illnesses. Encompass Health utilizes advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize patient recovery. The company has been recognized by Newsweek as America's Most Awarded Leader in Inpatient Rehabilitation and is listed among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies and Forbes' America's Best Companies. It is also acknowledged by Becker's Healthcare and Modern Healthcare as a top healthcare employer.
What it means for income investors
The dividend increase reflects Encompass Health's ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders. With a quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share, the annualized payout stands at $0.84 per share, providing a steady income stream for investors focused on dividend growth.
Reporting based on: Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report. Figures verified against market data where available.