Dividend Calendar: Week of May 18, 2026
The week of May 18, 2026, presents dividend investors with an attractive lineup of income-generating opportunities across multiple sectors. This week’s ex-dividend calendar features 15 established companies offering yields ranging from 2.29% to 6.79%, with particularly strong representation from healthcare, telecommunications, and consumer staples sectors.
Leading the pack in terms of yield are several high-dividend stalwarts, including Pfizer at 6.79% and Verizon Communications at 5.96%. The diverse sector representation provides income investors with multiple options to enhance their portfolio yields while maintaining exposure to quality dividend-paying companies.
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
Several companies stand out for their attractive dividend yields this week. Pfizer leads with a substantial 6.79% yield, reflecting the pharmaceutical giant’s commitment to returning cash to shareholders. Verizon Communications follows closely at 5.96%, offering telecommunications investors a compelling income opportunity.
AT&T rounds out the top three high-yielders at 4.62%, while Bristol-Myers Squibb provides another healthcare option at 4.39%. These higher-yielding stocks may appeal to income-focused investors seeking enhanced cash flow from their portfolios.
Sector Diversification
This week’s dividend calendar showcases strong sector diversification, with healthcare companies like Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb, AbbVie, Merck, Gilead Sciences, and Johnson & Johnson representing a significant portion of the list. Telecommunications is represented by Verizon and AT&T, while consumer staples include PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola.
Energy sector representation comes from Chevron and Exxon Mobil, both offering solid dividend yields above 2.5%. The financial sector is represented by U.S. Bancorp and Wells Fargo, providing investors with exposure to banking dividends.
Investors should note that to receive these dividend payments, shares must be purchased before the respective ex-dividend dates. Payment dates will be announced by individual companies and typically occur several weeks after the ex-dividend date.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Dividend payments and yields are subject to change, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with financial professionals before making investment decisions.