Nathan's Famous, Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

Dividend history and payout analysis for Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NATH). Use the fiscal-year summary and the payout history table below to track dividend per share, dividend yield, and payout ratio changes over time, plus the key dates investors watch for dividend investing.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

10 years
Metric (FY)2025202420232022202120202019201820172015
Dividends per share (FY)$4.50$2.00$2.00$1.80$1.40$1.40$1.30$0.75$5.00$25.00
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A2.08%2.88%2.45%2.77%2.22%2.30%1.49%6.82%0.19%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A34.01%41.60%38.54%45.40%52.02%44.00%20.18%801.25%6.15%

Dividend Payout History

33 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-05November 24, 252025-11-24$3.00
2025-09-05August 25, 252025-08-25$0.50
2025-07-01June 23, 252025-06-23$0.50
2025-02-28February 18, 252025-02-18$0.50
2024-12-06November 25, 242024-11-25$0.50
2024-09-06August 26, 242024-08-26$0.50
2024-07-02June 24, 242024-06-24$0.50
2024-03-01February 16, 242024-02-20$0.50
2023-12-01November 17, 232023-11-20$0.50
2023-09-01August 18, 232023-08-21$0.50
2023-06-28June 16, 232023-06-20$0.50
2023-03-03February 17, 232023-02-21$0.50
2022-12-02November 18, 222022-11-21$0.45
2022-09-02August 19, 222022-08-22$0.45
2022-06-24June 16, 222022-06-20$0.45
2022-03-04February 17, 222022-02-21$0.45
2021-12-03November 19, 212021-11-22$0.35
2021-09-03August 20, 212021-08-23$0.35
2021-06-25June 18, 212021-06-21$0.35
2021-03-05February 19, 212021-02-22$0.35
2020-12-04November 20, 202020-11-23$0.35
2020-09-04August 21, 202020-08-24$0.35
2020-06-26June 19, 202020-06-22$0.35
2020-03-06February 21, 202020-02-24$0.35
2019-12-06November 22, 192019-11-25$0.35
2019-09-06August 23, 192019-08-26$0.35
2019-06-28June 21, 192019-06-24$0.35
2019-03-22March 08, 192019-03-11$0.25
2018-12-14November 30, 182018-12-03$0.25
2018-09-21September 07, 182018-09-10$0.25
2018-06-22June 15, 182018-06-18$0.25
2018-01-04December 21, 172017-12-22$5.00
N/AMarch 30, 152015-03-20$25.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nathan's Famous, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

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

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Nathan's Famous, 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 Nathan's Famous, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Nathan's Famous, 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 Nathan's Famous, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Nathan's Famous, 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 Nathan's Famous, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Nathan's Famous, 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.