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CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

S&P 500
CF|Basic Materials|Agricultural Inputs|$126.92|P/E 14.4|MCap 19.1B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. is the world’s largest producer of ammonia and a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products for clean energy, emissions abatement, fertilizers, and industrial applications. Founded in 1946 as Central Farmers Fertilizer by Midwestern farm cooperatives, the company has evolved from a regional supplier to a publicly traded corporation in 2005, headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, with about 2,800 employees operating nine manufacturing complexes across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Its core products include anhydrous ammonia (NH3), granular urea, urea ammonium nitrate (UAN), ammonium nitrate, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), primarily produced via the Haber-Bosch process using low-cost natural gas feedstock. CF Industries supports global agriculture by supplying essential nitrogen fertilizers to farmers, while advancing low-carbon ammonia for emerging clean energy uses like power generation and marine fuel, backed by decarbonization initiatives reducing emissions by millions of metric tons annually and strategic carbon capture agreements. The company’s advantaged production network, safety excellence, and extensive North American distribution system position it as a key player in the fertilizers and agricultural chemicals industry within the materials sector.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.63%

Annual Dividend

$2.00

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

22.30%

FCF Payout Ratio

18.10%

Stock Price

$126.92

52-Week Range

$67.34 $137.44

Dividend Health Score

93/ 100Very Safe

CF's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 22.3% earnings payout ratio & 18.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 10.76% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
22.3%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
18.1%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
12.7%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
16.4xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
11.7%Safe
Current Ratio
3.4xVery Safe
Debt-to-Equity
46.8Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
23.4%Very Safe
Operating Margin
35.3%Very Safe
Gross Margin
40.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.8%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CF annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CF earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

February 27, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

10.06%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

10.76%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

5.24%

3-Year Total Growth

33.33%

5-Year Total Growth

66.67%

10-Year Total Growth

66.67%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$12,692.00

Annual Income

$200.00

Quarterly Income

$50.00

Monthly Income

$16.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CF's current dividend yield?
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) currently has a dividend yield of 1.63%, based on a stock price of $126.92 and an annual dividend of $2.00.
When is CF's next dividend payment date?
CF's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-02-27. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CF pay in dividends per year?
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. paid $2.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has CF been increasing its dividend?
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 10.76% and a 10-year CAGR of 5.24%.
Is CF's dividend safe?
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. has a payout ratio of 22.30%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 18.10%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CF's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates CF Industries Holdings, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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