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The Geo Group, Inc.

S&P 500

GEO/Industrials · Security & Protection Services/NYSE

Dividend Yield

5.23%

$1.55 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$29.33P/E15.1MCap4.0BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

69/ 100Safe

GEO's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 0.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability & -32.1% 5-year dividend cagr.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 0.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 0.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -32.1%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Caution
12.7%Caution
27.7%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
7+ yrsSafe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About The Geo Group, Inc.

The Geo Group, Inc. is a leading diversified government services company specializing in the provision of correctional, detention, and residential treatment services. Its primary function is to design, finance, and manage correctional and detention facilities, along with offering rehabilitation and community reentry programs. The Geo Group serves a variety of clients, primarily governmental agencies, including the United States federal government and state and local governments. It impacts numerous sectors, most notably public safety and criminal justice, by addressing demands for correctional infrastructure and services. Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Geo operates globally, extending its comprehensive solutions to markets in North America, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. As a publicly traded company, it plays a significant role in the management of correctional facilities, influencing discussions on privatization, rehabilitation, and cost-efficiency within the justice system. The Geo Group remains a pivotal entity in both domestic and international markets, reflecting trends and changes in governmental policies related to corrections and legislation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

5.23%

Annual Dividend

$1.55

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

0.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

0.00%

52-Week Range

$12.51 - $30.40

Dividend History (2016–2025)

GEO annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

GEO earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

January 22, 2021

Last Payment Date

February 1, 2021

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-48.96%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-32.11%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

-86.70%

5-Year Total Growth

-85.58%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,933.00

Annual Income

$155.00

Quarterly Income

$38.75

Monthly Income

$12.92

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GEO's current dividend yield?
The Geo Group, Inc. (GEO) currently has a dividend yield of 5.23%, based on a stock price of $29.33 and an annual dividend of $1.55.
When is GEO's next dividend payment date?
GEO's next ex-dividend date is 2021-01-22 and the next payment date is 2021-02-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does GEO pay in dividends per year?
The Geo Group, Inc. paid $0.25 per share in annual dividends in 2021. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has GEO been increasing its dividend?
The Geo Group, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -32.11%.
Is GEO's dividend safe?
The Geo Group, Inc. has a payout ratio of 0.00%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 0.00%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is GEO's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates The Geo Group, 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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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