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Cohen & Steers Inc.

S&P 500

CNS/Financial Services · Asset Management/NYSE

Dividend Yield

3.41%

$2.58 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$76.49P/E24.8MCap3.9BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

61/ 100Safe

CNS's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 23.7% return on equity & 34.4% operating margin. Areas of concern: 83.8% earnings payout ratio & 191.5% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 9.71% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 9 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Return on Equity: 23.7%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
  • Operating Margin: 34.4%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 191.5%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 83.8%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.

Payout & Coverage

Warning

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe
23.7%Very Safe
34.4%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Cohen & Steers Inc.

Cohen & Steers Inc. is a leading global asset management firm specializing in real estate securities, preferred securities, and other income solutions. The firm is renowned for its focus on real estate investment trusts (REITs) and infrastructure, offering investment products that cater to a range of clients including individual investors, institutions, and financial advisors. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in New York City, Cohen & Steers has built a reputation for its expertise in international real estate and listed infrastructure assets, providing strategies that aim to generate attractive total returns via income and capital appreciation. Cohen & Steers plays a significant role in the market due to its specialized asset classes, contributing to broad sector exposure and diversification. It also impacts various sectors such as financial services and utilities by managing assets across mutual funds, closed-end funds, and institutional portfolios. With a commitment to disciplined research and fundamental analysis, the firm effectively navigates changing market conditions, thereby supporting its market-wide influence in specialized investment fields. This niche focus allows Cohen & Steers to offer unique value propositions to its clients, making it a pivotal player in specialized asset management.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.41%

Annual Dividend

$2.58

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

83.77%

FCF Payout Ratio

191.46%

52-Week Range

$58.39 - $78.81

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CNS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CNS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 11, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 21, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.07%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

9.71%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.09%

3-Year Total Growth

12.73%

5-Year Total Growth

58.97%

10-Year Total Growth

98.40%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,649.00

Annual Income

$258.00

Quarterly Income

$64.50

Monthly Income

$21.50

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CNS's current dividend yield?
Cohen & Steers Inc. (CNS) currently has a dividend yield of 3.41%, based on a stock price of $76.49 and an annual dividend of $2.58.
When is CNS's next dividend payment date?
CNS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-11 and the next payment date is 2026-05-21. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CNS pay in dividends per year?
Cohen & Steers Inc. paid $2.48 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has CNS been increasing its dividend?
Cohen & Steers Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 9.71% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.09%.
Is CNS's dividend safe?
Cohen & Steers Inc. has a payout ratio of 83.77%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 191.46%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is CNS's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Cohen & Steers 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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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