On Thursday, January 29, 2026, the Board of Directors of Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation (NYSE: BIPC) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $0.43 to $0.455 per share. The dividend will be payable on March 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 27, 2026. This represents a 5.81% increase over the prior quarterly dividend.
Current Dividend Yield and Income Impact
At today’s opening price of $48.75, this dividend increase raises Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation’s forward dividend yield to approximately 3.73%, offering an attractive blend of current income and long-term growth potential from a diversified global infrastructure platform.
As an owner of 420 shares of Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation, this increase adds $31.29 to my projected annual net dividend income. The increase was fully in line with my expectations, and I gladly accept it.
Long-Term Dividend Growth Track Record
Brookfield Infrastructure is a Dividend Contender with an 18-year streak of dividend increases, reflecting the strength and durability of its infrastructure-focused business model. According to Dividend Champions data, the company’s dividend growth rates are solid and consistent:
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1-year: 6.2%
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3-year: 6.1%
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5-year: 5.9%
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10-year: 7.3%
This increase marks the eighth consecutive dividend raise I’ve received from Brookfield Infrastructure since initiating my position in October 2018. Over this period, the quarterly dividend has grown from $0.2848 to $0.455 per share, representing a 59.8% increase, right in line with my long-term expectations.
At the time of writing, BIPC represents approximately 2.14% of my portfolio and contributes about 2.04% of my projected annual dividend income. Following this increase, my yield on cost stands at 6.31%.
Quick Valuation Take
At current levels, Brookfield Infrastructure appears fairly valued relative to its historical yield range and growth profile. While infrastructure assets often trade at premiums due to their stability and inflation protection, BIPC’s valuation remains reasonable for long-term income investors seeking dependable cash flows and global diversification.
Dividend Safety and Outlook
BIPC’s dividend appears well supported by diversified, long-duration infrastructure assets with inflation-linked and contracted cash flows. Brookfield’s disciplined capital allocation and focus on cash flow growth provide confidence in the sustainability of the dividend and continued mid-single-digit growth over time.
Final Thoughts
This dividend increase reinforces Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation’s role as a core income and diversification holding in my portfolio. With a solid yield, consistent dividend growth, and exposure to essential infrastructure assets worldwide, BIPC continues to meet my expectations as a long-term dividend investment.
Summary of 2026 Dividend Increases / Cuts
Full Disclosure: Long BIPC
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