Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) has scheduled its next dividend payment of A$0.46 per share, with an ex-dividend date of September 1, 20026, and an official payment date slated for September 29, 2026. As a major global iron ore producer, Fortescue traditionally returns a significant portion of its earnings to shareholders through semi-annual distributions that feature full 100% franking credits, making it a closely watched stock for income-focused portfolios tracking the Australian mining sector.