
UK dividends jump in the final financial quarter of 2025

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UK dividends rose 1.3% in Q4 2025 to £14.3bn, driven by strong payouts in energy, consumer goods, and property sectors. Regular dividends increased 2.1% to £13.9bn. Despite a 0.9% decline in full-year payouts to £87.5bn, results exceeded forecasts. Notable contributions came from Rolls Royce and BAE Systems, while share buybacks surged to £63.3bn. Computershare projects a 1.5% rise in total dividends for 2026, with regular dividends expected to grow by 2.0%.

