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Jefferies Financial Group Inc.

S&P 500

JEF/Financial Services · Capital Markets/NYSE

Dividend Yield

2.55%

$1.60 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$52.64P/E21.1MCap12.8BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

74/ 100Safe

JEF's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 53.7% earnings payout ratio & 47.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 5.9% return on equity & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 22.77% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 22.8%Dividend has grown at a healthy 5-year pace.

Risks

  • Return on Equity: 5.9%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Warning
5.9%Warning
13.4%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
22.8%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Jefferies Financial Group Inc.

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is a global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides comprehensive financial advisory and underwriting services across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. The company operates through two primary segments: Investment Banking and Capital Markets, and Asset Management. In Investment Banking, Jefferies offers merger and acquisition advisory, debt and equity financing services, restructuring guidance, and private capital advisory for corporate clients. The Capital Markets segment encompasses underwriting and placement services for corporate debt, municipal securities, mortgage-backed securities, equity offerings, and loan syndication, alongside institutional trading in equities and fixed income products. The Asset Management division involves strategic capital investments and partnerships with affiliated asset managers. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in New York, Jefferies serves institutional clients, corporations, and investment firms, positioning itself as a key intermediary in capital markets and corporate finance transactions.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.55%

Annual Dividend

$1.60

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

53.69%

FCF Payout Ratio

47.10%

52-Week Range

$35.53 - $71.04

Dividend History (2016–2025)

JEF annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

JEF earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 18, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 29, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

11.73%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

22.77%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

21.74%

3-Year Total Growth

39.47%

5-Year Total Growth

178.94%

10-Year Total Growth

614.92%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$5,264.00

Annual Income

$160.00

Quarterly Income

$40.00

Monthly Income

$13.33

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JEF's current dividend yield?
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (JEF) currently has a dividend yield of 2.55%, based on a stock price of $52.64 and an annual dividend of $1.60.
When is JEF's next dividend payment date?
JEF's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-18 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 JEF pay in dividends per year?
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. paid $1.60 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has JEF been increasing its dividend?
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 22.77% and a 10-year CAGR of 21.74%.
Is JEF's dividend safe?
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. has a payout ratio of 53.69%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 47.10%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is JEF's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Jefferies Financial 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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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