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Eastman Chemical Company

S&P 500

EMN/Basic Materials · Specialty Chemicals/NYSE

Dividend Yield

4.66%

$3.35 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$70.61P/E21.0MCap8.2BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

62/ 100Safe

EMN's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 40.4% cfo payout ratio & 28.4% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 96.5% earnings payout ratio & 6.6% return on equity.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
  • Earnings Stability: GrowingEarnings have been stable and supportive of the dividend.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 96.5%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Return on Equity: 6.6%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Gross Margin: 19.8%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.

Payout & Coverage

Caution

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Caution
6.6%Warning
9.8%Caution
19.8%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Eastman Chemical Company

Eastman Chemical Company is a global specialty materials company that develops, manufactures, and markets advanced materials, chemicals, and fibers. It operates through four main segments: Additives & Functional Products, which provides performance additives and functional products for coatings, adhesives, building materials, and consumer care; Advanced Materials, offering engineered plastics and specialty films for automotive, electronics, and packaging applications; Chemical Intermediates, producing basic chemicals used across industries; and Fibers, focusing on cellulose acetate fibers and specialty fibers. The company emphasizes innovation in circular economy solutions, such as its Renew platform utilizing methanolysis technology for recycled PET (rPET) and products like Tritan copolyesters, serving durable goods, cosmetic packaging, and other high-performance needs. Eastman Chemical Company supplies diverse industries including transportation, personal care, and construction, enhancing product durability, appearance, and performance. Founded in 1920 and headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, it maintains manufacturing sites worldwide to meet global demand for specialty chemicals and materials.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.66%

Annual Dividend

$3.35

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

96.53%

FCF Payout Ratio

76.51%

52-Week Range

$56.11 - $83.47

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EMN annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EMN earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 8, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.75%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.52%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.21%

3-Year Total Growth

8.47%

5-Year Total Growth

24.72%

10-Year Total Growth

100.60%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,061.00

Annual Income

$335.00

Quarterly Income

$83.75

Monthly Income

$27.92

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EMN's current dividend yield?
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) currently has a dividend yield of 4.66%, based on a stock price of $70.61 and an annual dividend of $3.35.
When is EMN's next dividend payment date?
EMN's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-15 and the next payment date is 2026-07-08. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EMN pay in dividends per year?
Eastman Chemical Company paid $3.33 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has EMN been increasing its dividend?
Eastman Chemical Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.52% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.21%.
Is EMN's dividend safe?
Eastman Chemical Company has a payout ratio of 96.53%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 76.51%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is EMN's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Eastman Chemical Company'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 basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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