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BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

S&P 500

BJRI/Consumer Cyclical · Restaurants/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

0.91%

$0.50 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$56.33P/E27.4MCap1.2BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

62/ 100Safe

BJRI's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 0.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.3x current ratio & 3.5% operating margin.

Based on 13 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 0.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 0.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Interest Coverage: 11.0xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.

Risks

  • Current Ratio: 0.3xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Operating Margin: 3.5%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • Gross Margin: 16.0%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution

Profitability

Warning
11.9%Caution
3.5%Warning
16.0%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
4+ yrsCaution
NoneVery Safe
VolatileWarning

About BJ's Restaurants, Inc.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. is a full-service restaurant operator based in the United States, primarily serving the casual dining segment. The company is known for its wide-ranging menu, which features a diverse selection of items such as deep-dish pizzas, handcrafted beers brewed on-site, and signature desserts like the Pizookie. Operating over 200 restaurants, BJ's Restaurants focuses on providing a distinctive dining experience that combines innovative menu offerings with a family-friendly atmosphere. Its business model emphasizes both dine-in and takeout options, catering to a broad consumer base seeking variety and quality. Classified within the consumer discretionary sector and the broader restaurants and food distribution industry, BJ's Restaurants, Inc. plays a notable role in the competitive food service landscape. Its performance and strategic developments are key indicators within the casual dining industry, and the company is frequently compared to peers such as Texas Roadhouse, The Cheesecake Factory, and Brinker International. By continually refining its menu and service offerings, BJ's Restaurants has established itself as a significant player in the North American restaurant sector, reflecting trends and shifts in consumer dining preferences.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.91%

Annual Dividend

$0.50

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

0.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

0.00%

52-Week Range

$28.46 - $56.40

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BJRI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BJRI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 9, 2020

Last Payment Date

March 24, 2020

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.73%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

18.18%

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$5,633.00

Annual Income

$50.00

Quarterly Income

$12.50

Monthly Income

$4.17

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BJRI's current dividend yield?
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (BJRI) currently has a dividend yield of 0.91%, based on a stock price of $56.33 and an annual dividend of $0.50.
When is BJRI's next dividend payment date?
BJRI's next ex-dividend date is 2020-03-09 and the next payment date is 2020-03-24. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does BJRI pay in dividends per year?
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. paid $0.13 per share in annual dividends in 2020. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has BJRI been increasing its dividend?
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of —.
Is BJRI's dividend safe?
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. has a payout ratio of 0.00%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 0.00%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is BJRI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates BJ's Restaurants, Inc.'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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