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KHC

The Kraft Heinz Company

S&P 500
KHC|Consumer Defensive|Packaged Foods|$21.32|P/E 13.0|MCap 26.9B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About The Kraft Heinz Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is a leading multinational food and beverage manufacturer formed by the 2015 merger of Kraft Foods and H.J. Heinz. It produces a diverse portfolio of iconic brands including Heinz ketchup and sauces, Kraft cheeses and dressings, Oscar Mayer meats, Philadelphia cream cheese, Velveeta, Lunchables, Ore-Ida frozen potatoes, Maxwell House coffee, Kool-Aid, and Jell-O, alongside international labels like ABC, Master, Quero, Golden Circle, Wattie’s, Pudliszki, and Plasmon. Operating in the packaged foods and meats industry within the food, beverage, and tobacco sector, the company manufactures condiments, sauces, dairy products, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, and grocery items sold through retail channels (about 85% of sales) and foodservice, reaching consumers in over 190 countries. Headquartered at One PPG Place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with approximately 36,000 employees, The Kraft Heinz Company maintains a significant global presence, particularly in North America, Europe, and emerging markets, which contribute nearly 25% of its consolidated sales. As one of North America's largest players, it plans to split its global sauces arm from its North American grocery segment in the second half of 2026, underscoring its adaptive strategy in the competitive consumer defensive market.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

7.05%

Annual Dividend

$1.60

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

73.06%

FCF Payout Ratio

51.84%

Stock Price

$21.32

52-Week Range

$21.04 $31.15

Dividend Health Score

53/ 100Caution

KHC's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 51.8% fcf payout ratio & 22.8% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: -37.2% cfo payout ratio & -4.7x interest coverage.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning
Earnings Payout Ratio
73.1%Caution
FCF Payout Ratio
51.8%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
-37.2%Danger
Interest Coverage
-4.7xDanger

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
22.8%Safe
Current Ratio
1.2xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
52.1Very Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
-12.8%Danger
Operating Margin
17.5%Safe
Gross Margin
32.6%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
0.0%Warning
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

KHC annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

KHC earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 6, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 27, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-0.60%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

0.00%

10-Year Total Growth

-5.88%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,132.00

Annual Income

$160.00

Quarterly Income

$40.00

Monthly Income

$13.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is KHC's current dividend yield?
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) currently has a dividend yield of 7.05%, based on a stock price of $21.32 and an annual dividend of $1.60.
When is KHC's next dividend payment date?
KHC's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-06 and the next payment date is 2026-03-27. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does KHC pay in dividends per year?
The Kraft Heinz Company paid $1.60 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has KHC been increasing its dividend?
The Kraft Heinz Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 0.00% and a 10-year CAGR of -0.60%.
Is KHC's dividend safe?
The Kraft Heinz Company has a payout ratio of 73.06%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 51.84%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is KHC's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates The Kraft Heinz Company's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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