Gap Inc. Raises Q1 Dividend by 6%

Apparel retailer boosts quarterly payout to $0.175 per share, up from $0.165 in Q4 2025.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Gap Inc. announced that its board of directors has approved a 6% increase in the company's first quarter fiscal year 2026 dividend, raising it to $0.175 per share. The dividend will be payable on or after April 29, 2026 to shareholders of record as of April 8, 2026.

Why it matters

The dividend increase signals confidence in Gap's financial performance and provides a return to income investors. As one of the largest specialty apparel retailers in the US, Gap's dividend policy is closely watched by the market.

The details

The $0.175 per share dividend for Q1 2026 represents a 6% increase from the $0.165 per share paid in Q4 2025. Gap's board approved the higher payout as the company continues to navigate a challenging retail environment.

  • The Q1 2026 dividend will be payable on or after April 29, 2026.
  • The dividend record date is April 8, 2026.

The players

Gap Inc.

A purpose-driven house of iconic apparel brands, including Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta, that operates stores and e-commerce sites worldwide.

Whitney Notaro

Investor Relations Contact for Gap Inc.

Press@gap.com

Media Relations Contact for Gap Inc.

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What’s next

Investors will be watching to see if Gap can maintain the higher dividend payout in future quarters as the company navigates the evolving retail landscape.

The takeaway

Gap's dividend increase reflects the company's financial strength and commitment to returning value to shareholders, even as it faces headwinds in the apparel industry.