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Matthews International Corporation

S&P 500

MATW/Industrials · Conglomerates/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.89%

$1.01 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$26.34P/E87.9MCap815.0MLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

45/ 100Caution

MATW's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 33.5% fcf payout ratio & 1.6x current ratio. Areas of concern: 336.7% earnings payout ratio & 82.9% cfo payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 33.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 336.7%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Interest Coverage: 1.3xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
  • Return on Equity: 2.1%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Warning
33.5%Very Safe
82.9%Warning

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Warning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
UnstableDanger

About Matthews International Corporation

Matthews International Corporation is a diversified global provider of brand solutions, memorialization products, and industrial technologies. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company operates through three primary segments: SGK Brand Solutions, Memorialization, and Industrial Technologies. The Brand Solutions segment focuses on delivering marketing and communication services to create and enhance brand value for retailers and industry clients worldwide. The Memorialization segment provides high-quality products for the cemetery and funeral home industries, including cemetery memorials, caskets, and cremation equipment. Lastly, the Industrial Technologies segment offers innovative solutions to the energy and manufacturing industries, such as marking products and automated handling systems. Matthews International's diversified portfolio positions it as a significant player across multiple sectors, enabling it to cater to a wide array of consumer and business needs while maintaining resilience amid changing market dynamics.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.89%

Annual Dividend

$1.01

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

336.67%

FCF Payout Ratio

33.53%

52-Week Range

$21.19 - $30.93

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MATW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MATW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 11, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 25, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.13%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.53%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

6.41%

3-Year Total Growth

12.92%

5-Year Total Growth

18.93%

10-Year Total Growth

86.11%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,634.00

Annual Income

$101.50

Quarterly Income

$25.37

Monthly Income

$8.46

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MATW's current dividend yield?
Matthews International Corporation (MATW) currently has a dividend yield of 3.89%, based on a stock price of $26.34 and an annual dividend of $1.01.
When is MATW's next dividend payment date?
MATW's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-11 and the next payment date is 2026-05-25. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does MATW pay in dividends per year?
Matthews International Corporation paid $1.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has MATW been increasing its dividend?
Matthews International Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 3.53% and a 10-year CAGR of 6.41%.
Is MATW's dividend safe?
Matthews International Corporation has a payout ratio of 336.67%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 33.53%. 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 MATW's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Matthews International Corporation'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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