RGA raises quarterly dividend 5.38% to $0.98 per share

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (RGA) has announced a quarterly dividend increase of 5.38%, raising the payout to $0.9800 per share. The new dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of the ex-dividend date, which is set for August 18, 2026.

The numbers

The new dividend of $0.98 per share represents an increase from the previous quarterly payment of $0.93. This marks the 14th consecutive year of dividend increases for RGA, with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. Based on the current stock price of $244.42, the trailing twelve-month (TTM) yield stands at 1.54%, with a TTM dividend per share of $3.77. The company has a consistent payment history, with recent quarterly payments of $0.89 (May 2025), $0.93 (August 2025), $0.93 (November 2025), $0.93 (February 2026), and $0.93 (May 2026).

What it means for income investors

For income investors, the new annualized dividend rate of $3.92 per share (based on the quarterly payment of $0.98) implies an annual income of $392 per 100 shares held. This increase continues RGA's trend of modest but steady dividend growth, reflecting the company's financial stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders.

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