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CTAS

Cintas Corporation

Dividend AristocratS&P 500
CTAS|Industrials|Specialty Business Services|$178.13|P/E 41.8|MCap 77.5B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Cintas Corporation

Cintas Corporation provides corporate identity uniforms and related business services primarily in the United States, Canada, and Latin America. Operating through Uniform Rental and Facility Services, First Aid and Safety Services, and All Other segments, the company rents and services uniforms and garments, including flame-resistant clothing, as well as mats, mops, shop towels, and ancillary items. It also offers restroom cleaning services and supplies, and sells uniforms directly. Additional services encompass first aid and safety products, entrance mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, document management, and fire protection, serving diverse sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, education, and manufacturing. Cintas Corporation supports over one million customers with route-based delivery models, leveraging technology investments and operational efficiencies to enhance service retention and execution. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Cintas Corporation plays a vital role in the facility services and uniform rental industry, emphasizing consistent customer value delivery.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.90%

Annual Dividend

$1.74

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

36.36%

FCF Payout Ratio

36.79%

Stock Price

$178.13

52-Week Range

$177.53 $229.24

Dividend Health Score

94/ 100Very Safe

CTAS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 36.4% earnings payout ratio & 36.8% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, CTAS has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
36.4%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
36.8%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
26.9%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
23.4xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
24.3%Safe
Current Ratio
1.7xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
72.7Very Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
43.4%Very Safe
Operating Margin
23.4%Safe
Gross Margin
50.4%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
13.9%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CTAS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CTAS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 13, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

16.96%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

13.87%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

20.40%

3-Year Total Growth

60.00%

5-Year Total Growth

91.45%

10-Year Total Growth

540.00%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$17,813.00

Annual Income

$174.00

Quarterly Income

$43.50

Monthly Income

$14.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CTAS's current dividend yield?
Cintas Corporation (CTAS) currently has a dividend yield of 0.90%, based on a stock price of $178.13 and an annual dividend of $1.74.
When is CTAS's next dividend payment date?
CTAS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-13. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CTAS pay in dividends per year?
Cintas Corporation paid $1.68 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has CTAS been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Cintas Corporation is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 13.87%, a 3-year CAGR of 16.96% and a 10-year CAGR of 20.40%.
Is CTAS's dividend safe?
Cintas Corporation has a payout ratio of 36.36%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 36.79%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CTAS's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Cintas Corporation'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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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