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Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.

S&P 500

KNX/Industrials · Trucking/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.01%

$0.76 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$77.07P/E359.0MCap12.3BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

59/ 100Caution

KNX's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 24.3% fcf payout ratio & 9.5% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 352.4% earnings payout ratio & 1.6x interest coverage. The dividend has been growing at a 5.15% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 24.3%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 9.5%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 37.7Conservative debt level relative to equity.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 352.4%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Return on Equity: 0.5%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Operating Margin: 1.3%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Caution
24.3%Very Safe
9.5%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Warning
13.1%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe

About Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.

Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is a U.S.-based transportation and logistics company specializing in truckload and related freight services. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and founded in 1966, the company operates through several key segments: Truckload, Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Logistics, Intermodal, and ancillary services. Its truckload operations span dry van, refrigerated, and dedicated contract carriage, serving shippers that require full-truck capacity across regional and long-haul lanes. The LTL segment focuses on moving smaller shipments that do not require a full trailer, supporting more flexible freight solutions for customers. Through its logistics segment, Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. provides brokerage and other asset-light services, matching shipper demand with third-party carriers. The intermodal segment combines truck and rail, using major railroads for long-distance container movement and drayage services around intermodal terminals. Additional offerings include equipment maintenance, leasing, and various support services for both shippers and third-party truckers. The company plays a significant role in the North American freight market by providing capacity, reliability, and multimodal options for diverse industries.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.01%

Annual Dividend

$0.76

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

352.38%

FCF Payout Ratio

24.34%

52-Week Range

$38.63 - $82.86

Dividend History (2016–2025)

KNX annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

KNX earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 8, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 22, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

14.47%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

5.15%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

11.61%

3-Year Total Growth

50.00%

5-Year Total Growth

28.57%

10-Year Total Growth

200.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,707.00

Annual Income

$76.00

Quarterly Income

$19.00

Monthly Income

$6.33

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KNX's current dividend yield?
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (KNX) currently has a dividend yield of 1.01%, based on a stock price of $77.07 and an annual dividend of $0.76.
When is KNX's next dividend payment date?
KNX's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-08 and the next payment date is 2026-06-22. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does KNX pay in dividends per year?
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. paid $0.72 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has KNX been increasing its dividend?
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 5.15% and a 10-year CAGR of 11.61%.
Is KNX's dividend safe?
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. has a payout ratio of 352.38%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 24.34%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is KNX's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings 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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