Carver Bancorp, Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

For Carver Bancorp, Inc. (CARV), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 8.97% and a payout ratio of -190.21%. 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)

14 years
Metric (FY)20102009200820072006200520042003200220012000199919981997
Dividends per share (FY)$0.16$0.40$0.40$0.38$0.34$0.30$0.24$0.20$0.05$0.05$0.05$0.01$0.05$0.05
Dividend yield (FY) %8.97%12.63%3.37%2.11%1.82%1.77%1.23%0.98%1.20%1.49%0.54%0.52%0.31%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %-190.21%-15.16%24.50%34.19%20.74%29.94%13.62%8.17%6.62%-76.61%-9.35%-2.22%10.00%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

37 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2010-09-10August 25, 102010-08-27$0.03
2010-08-09July 22, 102010-07-26$0.03
2010-03-01February 11, 102010-02-16$0.10
2009-12-14November 24, 092009-11-28$0.10
2009-09-14August 28, 092009-09-01$0.10
2009-06-13June 01, 092009-05-27$0.10
2009-03-13February 25, 092009-02-27$0.10
2008-12-12November 25, 082008-11-28$0.10
2008-09-11August 26, 082008-08-28$0.10
2008-06-27June 11, 082008-06-13$0.10
2008-03-13February 26, 082008-02-28$0.10
2007-12-17November 29, 072007-12-03$0.10
2007-09-05August 21, 072007-08-23$0.10
2007-06-27June 11, 072007-06-13$0.09
2007-03-05February 15, 072007-02-20$0.09
2006-12-05November 17, 062006-11-21$0.09
2006-09-05August 18, 062006-08-22$0.09
2006-06-06May 19, 062006-05-23$0.08
2006-03-07February 16, 062006-02-21$0.08
2005-11-22November 04, 052005-11-08$0.08
2005-08-19August 03, 052005-08-05$0.08
2005-05-20May 04, 052005-05-06$0.07
2005-02-24February 08, 052005-02-10$0.07
2004-11-23November 05, 042004-11-09$0.07
2004-08-24August 06, 042004-08-10$0.07
2004-05-24May 06, 042004-05-10$0.05
2004-02-13February 04, 042004-02-06$0.05
2003-11-18October 30, 032003-11-03$0.05
2003-08-28August 07, 032003-08-11$0.05
2003-05-19May 01, 032003-05-05$0.05
2003-02-07January 15, 032003-01-20$0.05
2002-03-05February 13, 022002-02-15$0.05
2001-03-05February 13, 012001-02-15$0.05
2000-03-15February 23, 002000-02-25$0.05
N/AAugust 19, 99N/A$0.01
1998-09-21August 19, 981998-08-21$0.05
1997-08-04July 10, 971997-07-14$0.05

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carver Bancorp, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Carver Bancorp, Inc. 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 Carver Bancorp, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Carver Bancorp, Inc., 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 Carver Bancorp, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Carver Bancorp, Inc.'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 Carver Bancorp, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Carver Bancorp, Inc.'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 Carver Bancorp, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Carver Bancorp, Inc. 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.