BA.LSE
BAE Systems plc
Price history
Key metrics
BAE Systems plc has paid a dividend for 36 consecutive years and currently yields 1.92%, below its five year average. Its payout ratio is 56%. Dividend Health rates it Very safe at 82 out of 99, with high confidence.
Data as of 26 Sept 2026
Next dividend
Per share
£0.15
Frequency
Interim
Declared
18 Feb 2026
Ex-date
22 Oct 2026
in 26 days
Pay date
2 Dec 2026
in 67 days
Dividend health
Confidence High · Standard profile · as of 26 Sept 2026
Total return
£10,000 invested is £51,944 today: £27,490 from the share price and £14,453 from dividends reinvested.
Total return +419.44%. Price alone returned +274.90% over the same window.
Assumes every dividend is reinvested on its ex-dividend date, before tax and dealing costs.
How it compares
BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial avionics, and precision guided solutions and communications systems, as well as space electronics, spacecraft, and ground and tactical systems. The Platforms & Services segment manufactures and sells combat vehicles, weapons, and munitions; and offers naval ship repair services, as well as operates and manages two government-owned and contractor-operated ammunition plants. The Air segment develops future combat air systems and falconworks alongside edgewing, and eurofighter and MBDA. The Maritime segment provides maritime and land services, including submarine, ship build, and support programs. The Cyber & Intelligence segment offers cyber security services for national security, central government, and government enterprises. The company was formerly known as British Aerospace plc and changed its name to BAE Systems plc in May 2000. BAE Systems plc was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Annual dividends per share
Dividends paid in GBP · based on BA.LSE's fiscal years ending in December
Dividend Policy
We have a strong track record of delivering financial returns for investors. We plan to pay dividends in line with our policy of long-term sustainable cover of around two times underlying earnings.
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Apr 272027-04-20 | £0.2280 | Estimated |
| 22 Oct 262026-10-22 | £0.1500 | Declared |
| 23 Apr 262026-04-23 | £0.2280 | Paid |
| 23 Oct 252025-10-23 | £0.1350 | Paid |
| 17 Apr 252025-04-17 | £0.2060 | Paid |
| 24 Oct 242024-10-24 | £0.1240 | Paid |
| 18 Apr 242024-04-18 | £0.1850 | Paid |
| 19 Oct 232023-10-19 | £0.1150 | Paid |
| 20 Apr 232023-04-20 | £0.1660 | Paid |
| 20 Oct 222022-10-20 | £0.1040 | Paid |
| 21 Apr 222022-04-21 | £0.1520 | Paid |
| 21 Oct 212021-10-21 | £0.0990 | Paid |
| 22 Apr 212021-04-22 | £0.1430 | Paid |
| 22 Oct 202020-10-22 | £0.0940 | Paid |
| 06 Aug 202020-08-06 | £0.1380 | Paid |
| 17 Oct 192019-10-17 | £0.0940 | Paid |
| 18 Apr 192019-04-18 | £0.1320 | Paid |
| 18 Oct 182018-10-18 | £0.0900 | Paid |
| 19 Apr 182018-04-19 | £0.1300 | Paid |
| 19 Oct 172017-10-19 | £0.0880 | Paid |
| 20 Apr 172017-04-20 | £0.1270 | Paid |
| 20 Oct 162016-10-20 | £0.0860 | Paid |
| 21 Apr 162016-04-21 | £0.1250 | Paid |
| 22 Oct 152015-10-22 | £0.0840 | Paid |
| 16 Apr 152015-04-16 | £0.1230 | Paid |
| 23 Oct 142014-10-23 | £0.0820 | Paid |
| 16 Apr 142014-04-16 | £0.1210 | Paid |
| 23 Oct 132013-10-23 | £0.0800 | Paid |
| 17 Apr 132013-04-17 | £0.1170 | Paid |
| 17 Oct 122012-10-17 | £0.0780 | Paid |
| 18 Apr 122012-04-18 | £0.1130 | Paid |
| 19 Oct 112011-10-19 | £0.0750 | Paid |
| 20 Apr 112011-04-20 | £0.1050 | Paid |
| 20 Oct 102010-10-20 | £0.0700 | Paid |
| 21 Apr 102010-04-21 | £0.0960 | Paid |
| 21 Oct 092009-10-21 | £0.0640 | Paid |
| 22 Apr 092009-04-22 | £0.0870 | Paid |
| 15 Oct 082008-10-15 | £0.0580 | Paid |
| 16 Apr 082008-04-16 | £0.0780 | Paid |
| 17 Oct 072007-10-17 | £0.0500 | Paid |
| 18 Apr 072007-04-18 | £0.0690 | Paid |
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past dividend payments are not a guarantee of future payments. All data is sourced from public market data and may be delayed. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.
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