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Amcor plc (AMCR) logo

AMCR/Consumer Cyclical · Packaging & Containers/NYSE

Dividend Yield

6.34%

$2.58 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$42.86P/E32.8MCap18.8BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

50/ 100Caution

AMCR's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 143.7 debt-to-equity & Aristocrat (25+ yrs) dividend streak. Areas of concern: 206.8% earnings payout ratio & 155.8% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, AMCR has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Dividend Streak: Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Long, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
  • Earnings Stability: GrowingEarnings have been stable and supportive of the dividend.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 206.8%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 155.8%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -11.2%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Warning
155.8%Danger
61.4%Caution

Balance Sheet

Caution

Profitability

Caution
8.7%Caution
8.6%Caution
20.1%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Amcor plc

Amcor plc is an Australian-founded, Jersey-domiciled global packaging company headquartered in Switzerland, specializing in the development and production of flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, closures, and related services. It serves diverse sectors including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, home and personal care, and pet products, providing solutions like unit-dose packaging, anti-counterfeiting features, and sustainable innovations such as Liquiform technology for efficient container forming. Operating through two main segments—Flexibles Packaging with units in Europe/Middle East/Africa, Americas, Asia Pacific, and Specialty Cartons; and Rigid Plastics covering North America beverages, specialty containers, Latin America, and Bericap Closures—Amcor maintains a presence in over 40 countries with approximately 77,000 employees across 210 locations. Key historical milestones include the 2019 acquisition of Bemis Company and the 2025 combination with Berry Global, enhancing its scale in flexibles, containers, and closures. Generating around US$15 billion in annual sales, Amcor plays a pivotal role in the packaging industry by delivering high-performance, responsible solutions that support consumer goods brands worldwide through innovation, global reach, and sustainability focus.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

6.34%

Annual Dividend

$2.58

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

206.83%

FCF Payout Ratio

155.83%

52-Week Range

$36.25 - $50.94

Dividend History (2016–2025)

AMCR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

AMCR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 28, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 17, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-19.10%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-11.19%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

3-Year Total Growth

-47.05%

5-Year Total Growth

-44.76%

10-Year Total Growth

0.00%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

AMCR Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$4,286.00

Annual Income

$258.00

Quarterly Income

$64.50

Monthly Income

$21.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is AMCR's current dividend yield?
Amcor plc (AMCR) currently has a dividend yield of 6.34%, based on a stock price of $42.86 and an annual dividend of $2.58.
When is AMCR's next dividend payment date?
AMCR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-28 and the next payment date is 2026-06-17. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does AMCR pay in dividends per year?
Amcor plc paid $0.26 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has AMCR been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Amcor plc is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of -11.19%, a 3-year CAGR of -19.10% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.00%.
Is AMCR's dividend safe?
Amcor plc has a payout ratio of 206.83%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 155.83%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is AMCR's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Amcor plc's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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