WILMINGTON, Mass., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI), a global semiconductor leader, today announced that its Board of Directors voted to increase its quarterly dividend by 11% to $1.10 per outstanding share of common stock, marking 22 consecutive years of higher dividends.
"ADI has executed its powerful and resilient business model to deliver positive free cash flow for 29 consecutive years," said Vincent Roche, CEO and Chair. "Since the inception of our capital return program 22 years ago, we have returned more than $32 billion to shareholders via dividends and share repurchases. We continue to strategically target our R&D investments to the most attractive opportunities driving strong growth and generating exceptional free cash flow, 100% of which we have committed to return to shareholders over the long term."
The dividend increase is effective with the dividend payable on March 17, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 3, 2026.
About Analog Devices, Inc.
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).
Forward Looking Statements
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Contact
Jeff Ambrosi
Senior Director, Investor Relations
Analog Devices, Inc.
781-461-3282
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