Flowers Foods, Inc.
S&P 500FLO/Consumer Defensive · Packaged Foods/NYSE
Dividend Yield
11.82%
$0.87 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
FLO's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 111.0 debt-to-equity & 49.4% gross margin. Areas of concern: 282.9% earnings payout ratio & 71.7% cfo payout ratio.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
- Debt-to-Equity: 111.0Conservative debt level relative to equity.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 282.9%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 71.7%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
- Interest Coverage: 2.5xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
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SafeAbout Flowers Foods, Inc.
Flowers Foods, Inc. is a prominent American bakery company, renowned for producing a diverse range of baked goods. Founded in 1919, the company is headquartered in Thomasville, Georgia. Flowers Foods' primary function is to produce and distribute a variety of packaged bakery products, which include breads, rolls, snack cakes, and pastries. The company is the parent of several well-known brands such as Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, Wonder, and Tastykake, which are widely recognized in households across the United States. Flowers Foods plays a significant role in the consumer goods sector, particularly impacting the food and beverage industry. It supports its operations through a combination of direct store delivery and warehouse delivery methods, ensuring broad accessibility to its products. The company emphasizes quality and innovation in its product offerings, striving to meet changing consumer preferences for healthier and more convenient food options. In the context of the market, Flowers Foods is considered a vital player in the packaged foods industry. It maintains a strong market presence due to its extensive distribution network and established brand portfolio, catering to a wide array of consumer tastes and dietary needs.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
11.82%
Annual Dividend
$0.87
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
282.86%
FCF Payout Ratio
71.36%
52-Week Range
$6.80 - $16.85
Dividend History (2016–2025)
FLO annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
FLO earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 12, 2026
Next Payment Date
June 26, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
4.19%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
4.49%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
5.66%
3-Year Total Growth
13.10%
5-Year Total Growth
24.56%
10-Year Total Growth
73.39%
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