Abbott Declares 387th Consecutive Quarterly Dividend

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Abbott's board has declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share, marking the 387th consecutive quarterly dividend since 1924. The cash dividend is payable on Nov. 16, 2020, to shareholders of record by Oct. 15, 2020. Abbott has increased its dividend payout for 48 consecutive years and is listed in the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, highlighting its consistency in dividend payments.

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• Declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share.
• 387th consecutive quarterly dividend since 1924.
• Increased dividend payout for 48 consecutive years.
• Included in the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.

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ABBOTT PARK, Ill., Sept. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today declared a quarterly common dividend of 36 cents per share.

This marks the 387^th consecutive quarterly dividend to be paid by Abbott since 1924. The cash dividend is payable Nov. 16, 2020, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Oct. 15, 2020.

Abbott has increased its dividend payout for 48 consecutive years and is a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, which tracks companies that have increased dividends annually for at least 25 consecutive years.

About Abbott:
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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FAQ

What is the dividend amount declared by Abbott (ABT) for Q4 2020?

Abbott declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share for Q4 2020.

When will Abbott (ABT) pay its declared dividend?

The declared dividend will be paid on November 16, 2020.

What is Abbott's history with dividend payments?

Abbott has paid dividends for 387 consecutive quarters since 1924.

How long has Abbott (ABT) increased its dividend payouts?

Abbott has increased its dividend payouts for 48 consecutive years.

Is Abbott (ABT) part of any notable stock indices?

Yes, Abbott is a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index.