American Financial Group declares $0.88 per share dividend

CINCINNATI - American Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:AFG) announced a regular dividend of $0.88 per share of its common stock, payable on October 24, 2025, to shareholders of record on October 15, 2025. The company currently offers an attractive 6.31% dividend yield, significantly above industry averages.

The dividend represents a 10% increase over the annual rate that has been in effect since the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the company’s statement. This marks the company’s 40th consecutive year of dividend payments, demonstrating a strong commitment to shareholder returns. InvestingPro analysis reveals several additional positive dividend metrics and growth indicators available to subscribers.

American Financial Group is an insurance holding company based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The company operates through Great American Insurance Group, primarily engaging in property and casualty insurance with a focus on specialized commercial products for businesses.

The company traces its roots back to 1872 with the founding of Great American Insurance Company.

The dividend announcement was made in a press release issued by American Financial Group.

In other recent news, American Financial Group reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, surpassing revenue expectations with $1.92 billion compared to the anticipated $1.73 billion. The company’s earnings per share (EPS) came in at $2.14, slightly above the forecast of $2.13. Additionally, American Financial Group announced the issuance of $350 million in 5.0% Senior Notes due September 2035, with the transaction completed recently. The company expects to generate approximately $344 million in net proceeds from this offering, which may be used for general corporate purposes, including potential repurchases of outstanding common shares.

In analyst updates, Jefferies raised its price target for American Financial Group to $130 from $125, maintaining a Hold rating while expecting the company to focus on margins rather than growth. Conversely, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods lowered their price target to $124 from $127, maintaining a Market Perform rating. These developments reflect diverse perspectives on the company’s future performance among analysts.

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