Aramark
S&P 500ARMK/Industrials · Specialty Business Services/NYSE
Dividend Yield
0.87%
$0.47 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
ARMK's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 33.6% earnings payout ratio & 30.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.2x interest coverage & 4.6% operating margin. The dividend has been growing at a 6.49% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 33.6%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 30.1%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 12.9%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Gross Margin: 8.7%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.
- Interest Coverage: 2.2xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
- Operating Margin: 4.6%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
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SafeAbout Aramark
Aramark is a leading provider of food, facilities, and uniform services to a diverse range of clients worldwide. The company specializes in food-related managed services such as dining, catering, food service management, and convenience-oriented retail, alongside comprehensive facilities management including custodial services, grounds maintenance, energy management, and plant operations. Aramark operates primarily through two segments: Food and Support Services United States and Food and Support Services International, serving sectors like education with dining for colleges, universities, and school systems; healthcare through patient nutrition, retail food, and environmental services; business and industry; sports and leisure for professional teams, college athletics, convention centers, and national parks; and corrections. Its Global Supply Chain Group and Avendra enhance purchasing power for food group purchasing organizations. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Aramark delivers tailored workplace solutions as an exclusive provider at many locations, handling procurement, preparation, and staffing to support operational efficiency across 16 countries.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.87%
Annual Dividend
$0.47
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
33.58%
FCF Payout Ratio
30.06%
52-Week Range
$35.07 - $54.93
Dividend History (2016–2025)
ARMK annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
ARMK earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 20, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 3, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
11.04%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
6.49%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
5.47%
3-Year Total Growth
36.92%
5-Year Total Growth
36.92%
10-Year Total Growth
70.32%
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