What is BTI's current dividend yield?

British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI) has a dividend yield of 6.00%, paying $3.34 per share annually.

How often does BTI pay dividends?

British American Tobacco p.l.c. typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $3.34 per share.

When is BTI's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for British American Tobacco p.l.c. was October 2, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is BTI's dividend growth rate?

British American Tobacco p.l.c. has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2%. The 10-year CAGR is 4.0%.

What is BTI's payout ratio?

British American Tobacco p.l.c. has a payout ratio of 85%, meaning it distributes 85% of its earnings as dividends. This is elevated and may limit future increases.

British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI) Dividend Analysis

Comprehensive dividend yield, safety, growth, and income analysis for BTI.

British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI) pays an attractive 6.00% dividend yield, or $3.34 per share annually at a stock price of $55.95. BTI has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years. The payout ratio of 85% is elevated, which may indicate the dividend could be cut if earnings decline. Earnings cover the dividend 1.2x. Dividend growth is accelerating — the 3-year CAGR of 3.7% exceeds the 5-year rate of 2.2% and the 10-year rate of 4.0%. The most recent ex-dividend date was October 2, 2026.

Dividend Overview

British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BTI) pays an attractive 6.00% dividend yield, or $3.34 per share annually at a stock price of $55.95. BTI has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.

Dividend Yield

6.00%

Annual Dividend

$3.34

Share Price

$55.95

Ex-Dividend Date

Oct 2, 2026

Consecutive Years

2 yrs

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Dividend Safety

At Risk

The payout ratio of 85% is elevated, which may indicate the dividend could be cut if earnings decline.

Payout Ratio85%

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in BTI with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $18,992 after 10 years, generating roughly $1,413/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 6.00% yield and a 2.2% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$10,600	$650	+6%
Year 5	$13,554	$906	+36%
Year 10	$18,992	$1,413	+90%
Year 15	$27,612	$2,288	+176%
Year 20	$41,811	$3,856	+318%

Assumes constant share price and reinvestment at current price. Actual results will vary. Try our DRIP Calculator for a customized projection with real historical data.