Ascent Industries Co. Dividends | Yield & Payout

For Ascent Industries Co. (ACNT), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 1.52% and a payout ratio of 16.91%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

24 years
Metric (FY)201820172015201420132012201120102009200820072001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989
Dividends per share (FY)$0.25$0.13$0.30$0.30$0.26$0.25$0.25$0.50$0.10$0.25$0.15$0.15$0.20$0.20$0.40$0.37$0.34$0.36$0.38$0.34$0.42$0.42$0.40$0.30
Dividend yield (FY) %1.52%0.98%4.37%1.72%2.12%1.75%2.44%4.16%1.07%5.22%0.87%4.05%4.32%2.67%4.37%2.48%2.11%1.36%1.39%1.54%0.75%3.21%5.64%3.03%
Payout ratio (FY) %16.91%85.62%-25.49%48.20%128.35%37.69%27.26%78.48%294.20%26.18%9.16%-281.22%-113.89%44.42%2700.00%44.83%31.17%14.48%31.58%33.33%25.00%32.50%24.14%18.75%

Dividend Payout History

62 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2018-12-12November 29, 182018-11-30$0.25
2017-11-06October 24, 172017-10-25$0.13
2015-12-08November 24, 152015-11-27$0.30
2014-12-09November 20, 142014-11-24$0.30
2013-12-03November 14, 132013-11-18$0.26
2012-12-10November 21, 122012-11-26$0.25
N/ANovember 22, 11N/A$0.25
2010-12-08November 18, 102010-11-22$0.25
2010-03-22March 04, 102010-03-08$0.25
2009-03-10February 20, 092009-02-24$0.10
2008-03-07February 19, 082008-02-21$0.25
2007-03-15February 21, 072007-02-23$0.15
2001-09-03August 13, 012001-08-15$0.05
2001-06-01May 11, 012001-05-15$0.05
2001-03-01February 13, 012001-02-15$0.05
2000-12-01November 13, 002000-11-15$0.05
2000-09-01August 11, 002000-08-15$0.05
2000-06-01May 11, 002000-05-15$0.05
2000-03-01February 11, 002000-02-15$0.05
1999-12-01November 10, 991999-11-15$0.05
1999-09-01August 11, 991999-08-13$0.05
1999-06-01May 12, 991999-05-14$0.05
1999-03-01February 10, 991999-02-15$0.05
1998-12-01November 10, 981998-11-13$0.10
1998-09-01August 12, 981998-08-14$0.10
1998-06-01May 13, 981998-05-15$0.10
1998-03-02February 11, 981998-02-16$0.10
1997-12-01November 12, 971997-11-14$0.10
1997-09-02August 13, 971997-08-15$0.09
1997-06-02May 13, 971997-05-15$0.09
1997-03-03February 12, 971997-02-14$0.09
1996-12-02November 13, 961996-11-15$0.09
1996-09-02August 13, 961996-08-15$0.09
1996-06-03May 13, 961996-05-15$0.08
1996-03-01February 13, 961996-02-15$0.08
1995-12-01November 13, 951995-11-15$0.08
1995-09-01August 11, 951995-08-15$0.08
1995-06-01May 09, 951995-05-15$0.10
N/AFebruary 09, 95N/A$0.10
N/ANovember 08, 94N/A$0.10
N/AAugust 09, 94N/A$0.10
N/AMay 10, 94N/A$0.09
N/AFebruary 09, 94N/A$0.09
N/ANovember 08, 93N/A$0.09
N/AAugust 10, 93N/A$0.09
N/AMay 10, 93N/A$0.08
N/AFebruary 08, 93N/A$0.08
N/ANovember 09, 92N/A$0.08
N/AAugust 12, 92N/A$0.12
N/AMay 11, 92N/A$0.11
N/AFebruary 11, 92N/A$0.11
N/ANovember 12, 91N/A$0.11
N/AAugust 09, 91N/A$0.11
N/AMay 09, 91N/A$0.10
N/AFebruary 11, 91N/A$0.10
N/ANovember 08, 90N/A$0.10
N/AAugust 09, 90N/A$0.10
N/AMay 09, 90N/A$0.10
N/AFebruary 09, 90N/A$0.10
N/ANovember 06, 89N/A$0.10
N/AJuly 31, 89N/A$0.10
N/AApril 24, 89N/A$0.10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ascent Industries Co.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Ascent Industries Co. returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Ascent Industries Co.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Ascent Industries Co., investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Ascent Industries Co. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Ascent Industries Co.'s dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Ascent Industries Co. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Ascent Industries Co.'s liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Ascent Industries Co. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Ascent Industries Co. dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.