Dividend Calendar: Week of May 18, 2026
The week of May 18, 2026 presents dividend investors with a diverse array of income opportunities across multiple sectors. This week’s ex-dividend calendar features 15 notable companies spanning pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, energy, consumer goods, and financial services, offering yields ranging from 2.29% to 6.79%.
Healthcare and pharmaceutical companies dominate the high-yield segment this week, with Pfizer leading at 6.79% yield. The telecommunications sector also shows strong representation with both Verizon and AT&T going ex-dividend, providing attractive yields for income-focused portfolios.
Ex-Dividend Dates This Week
| Symbol | Company | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Dividend | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFE | Pfizer Inc. | TBD | TBD | $1.72 | 6.79% |
| VZ | Verizon Communications Inc. | TBD | TBD | $2.77 | 5.96% |
| T | AT&T Inc. | TBD | TBD | $1.11 | 4.62% |
| BMY | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | TBD | TBD | $2.50 | 4.39% |
| USB | U.S. Bancorp | TBD | TBD | $2.06 | 3.88% |
| PEP | PepsiCo, Inc. | TBD | TBD | $5.69 | 3.82% |
| CVX | Chevron Corporation | TBD | TBD | $6.91 | 3.62% |
| ABBV | AbbVie Inc. | TBD | TBD | $6.74 | 3.20% |
| PG | The Procter & Gamble Company | TBD | TBD | $4.26 | 3.01% |
| MRK | Merck & Co., Inc. | TBD | TBD | $3.32 | 2.98% |
| XOM | Exxon Mobil Corporation | TBD | TBD | $4.08 | 2.58% |
| KO | The Coca-Cola Company | TBD | TBD | $2.06 | 2.55% |
| GILD | Gilead Sciences, Inc. | TBD | TBD | $3.19 | 2.46% |
| WFC | Wells Fargo & Company | TBD | TBD | $1.80 | 2.45% |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | TBD | TBD | $5.20 | 2.29% |
Notable High-Yield Opportunities
Pfizer (PFE) stands out this week with the highest yield at 6.79%, offering shareholders $1.72 per share. The pharmaceutical giant’s elevated yield reflects both its commitment to shareholder returns and current market valuation. Verizon Communications (VZ) follows closely with a 5.96% yield and $2.77 quarterly payment, making it attractive for income investors seeking telecommunications exposure.
AT&T (T) rounds out the top three high-yielders at 4.62%, while Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) offers a 4.39% yield with a substantial $2.50 quarterly dividend. These healthcare and telecommunications companies provide defensive characteristics often sought by dividend-focused investors.
Energy and Consumer Staples Representation
The energy sector contributes significantly to this week’s dividend calendar with Chevron (CVX) offering $6.91 per share and Exxon Mobil (XOM) providing $4.08. Consumer staples are well-represented through PepsiCo’s $5.69 dividend, Procter & Gamble’s $4.26 payment, and Coca-Cola’s $2.06 quarterly distribution.
Financial services participation includes U.S. Bancorp (USB) with a 3.88% yield and Wells Fargo (WFC) at 2.45%, providing diversification across sectors for dividend portfolio construction.
This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Dividend payments and yields are subject to change. Ex-dividend and payment dates are pending confirmation from individual companies. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.