Dividend history
Bank of Montreal
BMO.TO
Recent payments
$1.7100CAD
Ex: Jul 30, 2026
Pay: Aug 26
$1.6700CAD
Ex: Jan 30, 2026
Pay: Feb 26
$1.6300CAD
Ex: Oct 30, 2025
Pay: Nov 26
$1.6300CAD
Ex: Jul 30, 2025
Pay: Aug 26
$1.5900CAD
Ex: Apr 29, 2025
Pay: May 27
$1.5900CAD
Ex: Jan 30, 2025
Pay: Feb 26
$1.5500CAD
Ex: Oct 30, 2024
Pay: Nov 26
$1.5500CAD
Ex: Jul 30, 2024
Pay: Aug 27
$1.5100CAD
Ex: Apr 26, 2024
Pay: May 28
$1.5100CAD
Ex: Jan 29, 2024
Pay: Feb 27
The Bank of Montreal (BMO.TO) is dedicated to providing value to its shareholders through regular dividend increases.
BMO has a solid track record of dividend payments, having raised its dividend six times in the last 2.8 years. This consistent approach shows the bank's financial stability and commitment to its investors.
Investor takeaway: If you're looking for reliable income from your investments, BMO's dividend history could be appealing, especially if you’re using registered accounts like a TFSA or RRSP.
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Bank of Montreal
BMO.TO
BMO.TO
Bank of Montreal
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$164.48B
P/E
19.3x
Div. yield
2.81%
Div. / share
$6.68
52W high
$259.20
52W low
$164.94
1W change
-2.25%
Beta
1.13
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BMO · as of Sep 25, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast BMO stock price to rise 7.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$255.07
+7.8% Upside
Previously C$254.57 on Sep 17, 2026
Current Price
C$236.63
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BMO's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
16.5%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
18.6%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-28.5%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$213.74
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$228.74 | C$216.07 – C$242.15 |
| 60 trading days | C$221.11 | C$203.99 – C$239.66 |
| 90 trading days | C$213.74 | C$193.65 – C$235.90 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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6 Dividend Raises in 2.8 Years
BMO has increased its dividend six times over approximately 2.8 years, demonstrating its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Dividend Payment Details
BMO's current quarterly dividend is CA$1.71 CAD, up from CA$1.67 CAD. The last ex-dividend date was July 30, 2026, with payments scheduled for August 26, 2026. This increase continues a trend of raising dividends, with six increases since the start of its current payment history.
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Consistent Dividend Growth
In the past 2.8 years, BMO has made 11 dividend payments, showing a strong commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The six increases during this time reflect the bank's solid financial health and its strategy to consistently enhance shareholder value.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | BMO.TO |
| Amount | CA$1.71 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-07-30 |
| Record | 2026-07-30 |
| Payment | 2026-08-26 |
| Declared | 2026-05-27 |
| Trailing yield | 2.72% |
| Stock page | BMO.TO dividend history |
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