SKC Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For SKC (SKC), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 7.60% and a payout ratio of -59.56%. 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)

21 years
Metric (FY)202420232021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200520042003200220012000
Dividends per share (FY)$0.05$0.12$0.07$0.10$0.20$0.18$0.19$0.23$0.18$0.20$0.17$0.10$0.18$0.17$0.05$0.24$0.27$0.47$0.59$0.63$0.56
Dividend yield (FY) %7.60%2.63%0.00%8.39%4.98%3.42%3.32%2.94%4.00%4.17%4.18%2.66%2.98%5.14%7.36%6.03%4.93%7.19%5.21%4.61%3.84%
Payout ratio (FY) %-59.56%570.95%0.00%56.62%87.91%50.19%190.53%52.93%66.89%90.20%68.73%29.27%38.53%66.84%66.24%-9434.77%-4801.49%-38807.69%556.43%70.01%2629.16%

Dividend Payout History

39 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2024-03-21March 06, 242024-03-07$0.05
2023-09-22September 07, 232023-09-08$0.06
2023-03-17March 02, 232023-03-03$0.06
2021-09-24September 16, 212021-09-17$0.07
2020-03-13February 27, 202020-02-28$0.10
2019-09-13August 29, 192019-08-30$0.10
2019-03-15February 28, 192019-03-01$0.10
2018-09-14August 30, 182018-08-31$0.09
2018-03-16March 01, 182018-03-02$0.09
2017-09-15August 31, 172017-09-01$0.09
2017-03-17March 02, 172017-03-03$0.10
2016-09-16September 01, 162016-09-02$0.13
2016-03-18March 01, 162016-03-04$0.10
2015-10-02September 16, 152015-09-18$0.08
2015-04-02March 17, 152015-03-20$0.10
2014-10-03September 17, 142014-09-19$0.10
2014-04-04March 18, 142014-03-21$0.10
N/ASeptember 16, 13N/A$0.10
2013-04-05March 20, 132013-03-27$0.07
2012-10-05September 24, 122012-09-28$0.01
2012-04-05March 15, 122012-03-22$0.09
2011-10-07September 26, 112011-09-30$0.10
2011-04-01March 10, 112011-03-18$0.08
2010-09-17September 06, 102010-09-10$0.09
2010-04-01March 14, 102010-03-19$0.08
2009-09-11August 31, 092009-09-04$0.05
2005-10-07September 19, 052005-09-23$0.12
2005-04-01March 10, 052005-03-18$0.12
2004-10-08September 20, 042004-09-24$0.16
2004-04-02March 14, 042004-03-19$0.11
2003-10-03September 15, 032003-09-19$0.26
2003-04-04March 16, 032003-03-21$0.21
2002-11-29November 17, 022002-11-22$0.20
2002-10-04September 16, 022002-09-20$0.23
2002-04-05March 07, 022002-03-15$0.16
2001-10-05September 17, 012001-09-21$0.35
2001-04-06March 07, 012001-03-16$0.28
2000-10-06September 17, 002000-09-22$0.32
2000-03-24March 05, 002000-03-10$0.24

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SKC's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much SKC 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 SKC's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for SKC, 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 SKC a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing SKC'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 SKC maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing SKC'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 SKC dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include SKC 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.