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Federal Signal Corp.

S&P 500

FSS/Industrials · Pollution & Treatment Controls/NYSE

Dividend Yield

0.49%

$0.58 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$126.97P/E26.7MCap7.2BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

93/ 100Very Safe

FSS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 13.0% earnings payout ratio & 11.9% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 11.84% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 13.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 11.9%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 13.6%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
13.0%Very Safe
11.9%Very Safe
13.6%Very Safe
24.0xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
2.8xVery Safe
40.6Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
20.5%Very Safe
28.7%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
11.8%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Federal Signal Corp.

Federal Signal Corp. is a manufacturing company that provides specialized equipment and integrated solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. The company focuses on products that move materials, clean infrastructure, and enhance public safety. Through its Environmental Solutions Group, Federal Signal offers street sweepers, sewer cleaners, vacuum loader and hydro-excavation trucks, and related infrastructure maintenance equipment used by cities, utilities, and industrial operators. Its Safety and Security Systems Group provides warning and mass notification systems, emergency vehicle lighting, sirens, and communication equipment designed to support public safety agencies and critical facilities. These solutions play a role in urban maintenance, environmental services, emergency response, and industrial operations. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Federal Signal Corp. serves markets in North America and internationally, acting as a key supplier where reliable infrastructure maintenance and safety technologies are required.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.49%

Annual Dividend

$0.58

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

12.95%

FCF Payout Ratio

11.94%

52-Week Range

$101.19 - $132.89

Dividend History (2016–2025)

FSS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

FSS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 15, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 29, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

15.87%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

11.84%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

8.40%

3-Year Total Growth

55.56%

5-Year Total Growth

75.00%

10-Year Total Growth

124.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$12,697.00

Annual Income

$58.00

Quarterly Income

$14.50

Monthly Income

$4.83

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FSS's current dividend yield?
Federal Signal Corp. (FSS) currently has a dividend yield of 0.49%, based on a stock price of $126.97 and an annual dividend of $0.58.
When is FSS's next dividend payment date?
FSS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-15 and the next payment date is 2026-05-29. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does FSS pay in dividends per year?
Federal Signal Corp. paid $0.56 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has FSS been increasing its dividend?
Federal Signal Corp. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 11.84% and a 10-year CAGR of 8.40%.
Is FSS's dividend safe?
Federal Signal Corp. has a payout ratio of 12.95%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 11.94%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is FSS's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Federal Signal Corp.'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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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