What is CNI's current dividend yield?

Canadian National Railway Co (CNI) has a dividend yield of 2.27%, paying $2.69 per share annually.

How often does CNI pay dividends?

Canadian National Railway Co typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $2.69 per share.

When is CNI's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for Canadian National Railway Co was June 9, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is CNI's dividend growth rate?

Canadian National Railway Co has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.7%. The 10-year CAGR is 7.0%.

What is CNI's payout ratio?

Canadian National Railway Co has a payout ratio of 47%, meaning it distributes 47% of its earnings as dividends. This leaves significant room for dividend growth.

Canadian National Railway Co (CNI) Dividend Analysis

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

Canadian National Railway Co (CNI) pays a solid 2.27% dividend yield, or $2.69 per share annually at a stock price of $127.37. The payout ratio of 47% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 2.0x. Dividend growth is slowing — the 3-year CAGR of -4.5% trails the 5-year rate of 1.7% and the 10-year rate of 7.0%. The most recent ex-dividend date was June 9, 2026.

Dividend Overview

Canadian National Railway Co (CNI) pays a solid 2.27% dividend yield, or $2.69 per share annually at a stock price of $127.37.

Dividend Yield

2.27%

Annual Dividend

$2.69

Share Price

$127.37

Ex-Dividend Date

Jun 9, 2026

Consecutive Years

0 yrs

Sector

Industrials

Dividend Safety

Safe

The payout ratio of 47% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases.

Payout Ratio47%

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in CNI with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $12,743 after 10 years, generating roughly $343/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 2.27% yield and a 1.7% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$10,227	$236	+2%
Year 5	$11,231	$278	+12%
Year 10	$12,743	$343	+27%
Year 15	$14,623	$430	+46%
Year 20	$16,987	$544	+70%

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.