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Macy's Inc.

S&P 500

M/Consumer Cyclical · Department Stores/NYSE

Dividend Yield

3.03%

$0.75 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$25.70P/E10.2MCap6.5BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

76/ 100Safe

M's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 30.5% earnings payout ratio & 18.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.8% operating margin & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 14.05% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 30.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 18.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 16.5%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Operating Margin: 1.8%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
30.5%Very Safe
18.7%Very Safe
16.5%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Caution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
14.1%Very Safe
Mostly StableCaution

About Macy's Inc.

Macy's Inc. is a U.S.-based department store company headquartered in New York City that operates a portfolio of retail brands focused on apparel, beauty, and home goods. Through its Macy’s stores, the company offers a broad assortment of clothing, accessories, footwear, cosmetics, fragrances, and home products for a wide range of consumer segments, with women’s apparel, accessories, shoes, cosmetics, and fragrances representing a significant share of its sales. Bloomingdale’s extends the company’s reach into the premium and luxury department store segment, while Bluemercury specializes in beauty products and spa services. Macy’s Inc. serves customers across the United States through a combination of full-line department stores, outlet formats, and specialty beauty locations, complemented by e-commerce platforms for each major banner. The company also participates in select international markets through licensed Bloomingdale’s locations in the Middle East, reinforcing its role as a notable multi-brand retailer in the North American department store and online retail landscape.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.03%

Annual Dividend

$0.75

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

30.52%

FCF Payout Ratio

18.74%

52-Week Range

$10.72 - $26.00

Dividend History (2016–2025)

M annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

M earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.96%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

14.05%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-6.27%

3-Year Total Growth

15.62%

5-Year Total Growth

92.95%

10-Year Total Growth

-47.69%

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Total Investment

$2,570.00

Annual Income

$74.80

Quarterly Income

$18.70

Monthly Income

$6.23

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M's current dividend yield?
Macy's Inc. (M) currently has a dividend yield of 3.03%, based on a stock price of $25.70 and an annual dividend of $0.75.
When is M's next dividend payment date?
M's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-15 and the next payment date is 2026-07-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does M pay in dividends per year?
Macy's Inc. paid $0.73 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has M been increasing its dividend?
Macy's Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 14.05% and a 10-year CAGR of -6.27%.
Is M's dividend safe?
Macy's Inc. has a payout ratio of 30.52%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 18.74%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is M's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Macy's 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 consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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