Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc.
S&P 500ASO/Consumer Cyclical · Specialty Retail/NASDAQ
Dividend Yield
1.08%
$0.56 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
ASO's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 9.5% earnings payout ratio & 15.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 5.2% operating margin.
Based on 14 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 9.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 15.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 8.2%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 5.2%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc.
Academy Sports and Outdoors is one of the nation's largest sporting goods and outdoor retailers, operating over 300 stores across multiple states. The company offers a comprehensive assortment of hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, alongside sports and leisure products, footwear, and apparel designed to serve customers across various budgets. Founded in 1938 in Texas, Academy has evolved into a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ, combining physical retail locations with e-commerce capabilities to reach customers nationwide. The company serves as the official sporting retailer for multiple collegiate athletic conferences and holds naming rights to major sporting events. Academy's retail model emphasizes value-driven pricing and curated product selection, positioning itself as a comprehensive destination for outdoor enthusiasts and sports participants seeking quality equipment and gear.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
1.08%
Annual Dividend
$0.56
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
9.54%
FCF Payout Ratio
15.05%
52-Week Range
$41.29 - $62.45
Dividend History (2016–2025)
ASO annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
ASO earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 18, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 16, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
20.12%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
10-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
3-Year Total Growth
73.33%
5-Year Total Growth
N/A
10-Year Total Growth
N/A
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