Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

For Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 1.20% and a payout ratio of 23.70%. 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)

7 years
Metric (FY)2025202420232022202120202019
Dividends per share (FY)$0.51$0.42$1.40$0.40$0.31$2.21$0.07
Dividend yield (FY) %1.20%4.71%3.10%3.71%20.30%2.84%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %23.70%93.90%39.10%42.44%250.00%31.49%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

25 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-10December 01, 252025-12-01$0.15
2025-09-17September 02, 252025-09-02$0.12
2025-06-11May 27, 252025-05-27$0.12
2025-03-19March 03, 252025-03-03$0.12
2024-12-18December 02, 242024-12-02$0.12
2024-09-18September 03, 242024-09-03$0.10
2024-06-19June 03, 242024-06-03$0.10
2024-03-20March 01, 242024-03-04$0.10
2023-12-13November 24, 232023-11-27$1.10
2023-09-13August 25, 232023-08-28$0.10
2023-06-14May 26, 232023-05-30$0.10
2023-03-15February 24, 232023-02-27$0.10
2022-12-14November 25, 222022-11-28$0.10
2022-09-14August 26, 222022-08-29$0.10
2022-06-15May 27, 222022-05-31$0.10
2022-03-16February 25, 222022-02-28$0.10
2021-12-15November 26, 212021-11-29$0.10
2021-09-15August 27, 212021-08-30$0.07
2021-06-16May 28, 212021-06-01$0.07
2021-03-17February 26, 212021-03-01$0.07
2020-12-16November 27, 202020-11-30$2.00
2020-09-15August 28, 202020-08-31$0.07
2020-06-16May 29, 202020-06-01$0.07
2020-03-17February 28, 202020-03-02$0.07
2019-12-17November 29, 192019-12-02$0.07

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 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 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 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 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 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 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 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 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 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.