Dividend Calendar: Week of August 17, 2026
The week of August 17, 2026 presents income investors with a diverse selection of dividend-paying stocks across multiple sectors. This week’s ex-dividend calendar features 15 companies ranging from high-yield telecommunications and pharmaceutical stocks to steady consumer staples and energy giants. Yields span from over 6% down to 2%, offering options for various income strategies.
Ex-Dividend Dates This Week
Investors seeking dividend income should mark their calendars for the following ex-dividend dates. Remember that you must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming dividend payment.
| Symbol | Company | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Dividend | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFE | Pfizer Inc. | TBD | TBD | $1.72 | 6.42% |
| VZ | Verizon Communications Inc. | TBD | TBD | $2.80 | 5.77% |
| T | AT&T Inc. | TBD | TBD | $1.11 | 4.46% |
| PEP | PepsiCo, Inc. | TBD | TBD | $5.75 | 4.08% |
| BMY | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | TBD | TBD | $2.51 | 3.93% |
| CVX | Chevron Corporation | TBD | TBD | $6.98 | 3.49% |
| USB | U.S. Bancorp | TBD | TBD | $2.08 | 3.18% |
| PG | The Procter & Gamble Company | TBD | TBD | $4.29 | 2.97% |
| ABBV | AbbVie Inc. | TBD | TBD | $6.83 | 2.74% |
| XOM | Exxon Mobil Corporation | TBD | TBD | $4.08 | 2.55% |
| MRK | Merck & Co., Inc. | TBD | TBD | $3.36 | 2.47% |
| KO | The Coca-Cola Company | TBD | TBD | $2.08 | 2.37% |
| GILD | Gilead Sciences, Inc. | TBD | TBD | $3.22 | 2.33% |
| WFC | Wells Fargo & Company | TBD | TBD | $1.80 | 2.03% |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | TBD | TBD | $5.24 | 2.01% |
High-Yield Dividend Opportunities
Income-focused investors will find attractive yields among this week’s ex-dividend stocks. Pfizer leads with a 6.42% yield on its $1.72 quarterly dividend, reflecting the pharmaceutical giant’s commitment to shareholder returns. Verizon follows closely at 5.77% with a $2.80 payment, while AT&T rounds out the telecommunications sector representation at 4.46% yield.
The energy sector offers solid income potential with Chevron providing a 3.49% yield on its substantial $6.98 dividend payment. Meanwhile, consumer staples like PepsiCo deliver a 4.08% yield, combining income generation with defensive characteristics that many dividend investors value.
Sector Diversification and Payment Timing
This week’s dividend calendar showcases strong sector diversification, spanning telecommunications (VZ, T), pharmaceuticals (PFE, BMY, ABBV, MRK, GILD, JNJ), consumer goods (PEP, PG, KO), energy (CVX, XOM), and financial services (USB, WFC). This variety allows investors to build or maintain diversified dividend portfolios across economic sectors.
The range of dividend amounts reflects different company sizes and payout policies, from AT&T’s $1.11 quarterly payment to Chevron’s $6.98 distribution. These varying payment levels accommodate different portfolio sizes and income requirements, whether investors seek steady quarterly income or larger periodic distributions.
This dividend calendar is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Dividend payments and dates are subject to change at company discretion. Investors should verify all information independently and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.