Market News · Capital Return · July 20, 2026
By the Bentley Equity Loans Team
Market & financial news desk
Market & financial news desk
As it trades near records on its AI story, a quieter feature underpins the appeal of Apple Inc. (AAPL): the dividend. With a yield around 0.4%, Apple pays more than Nvidia's roughly 0.2% while sitting below Microsoft's 0.8% — a modest but steadily growing payout.
Consistency and Growth
The dividend's significance lies in consistency and growth. Apple raised its quarterly payout 4% to about 27 cents a share, part of a program pairing the dividend with a $100 billion buyback that returned roughly $91 billion last fiscal year.
Defensive Quality
For income and total-return investors, that combination gives Apple a defensive quality pure-growth AI names lack — helping explain its 'defensive growth' status into July 30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple's dividend yield?
Apple Inc. (AAPL) yielded around 0.4% in July 2026, above Nvidia (~0.2%) and below Microsoft (~0.8%).
Did Apple raise its dividend?
Yes, by about 4% to roughly 27 cents a share in 2026, alongside a $100 billion buyback.
Is Apple a good dividend stock?
Its yield is modest but growing and paired with large buybacks; suitability depends on your goals. This is not investment advice.
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