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MGIC Investment Corporation

S&P 500

MTG/Financial Services · Insurance - Specialty/NYSE

Dividend Yield

2.28%

$0.60 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$27.36P/E8.3MCap5.6BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

93/ 100Very Safe

MTG's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 18.4% earnings payout ratio & 19.0% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 18.47% 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 9 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 18.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 19.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 72.6%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
18.4%Very Safe
19.0%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
7+ yrsSafe
NoneVery Safe
18.5%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About MGIC Investment Corporation

MGIC Investment Corporation is a leading provider in the mortgage insurance industry. Its primary function is to facilitate home ownership by offering private mortgage insurance to lenders and borrowers, protecting against losses from borrower defaults. Key sectors impacted by MGIC Investment Corporation include residential real estate, banking, and financial services. Mortgage insurance provided by MGIC is crucial during times of economic volatility, ensuring the stability of lending markets by enabling borrowers with smaller down payments to secure home loans. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, MGIC has established itself as a pivotal player in enhancing mortgage credit access while maintaining risk management practices. This corporation plays a significant role in the U.S. housing market by fostering both accessibility for new homeowners and confidence among lenders.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.28%

Annual Dividend

$0.60

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

18.41%

FCF Payout Ratio

18.97%

52-Week Range

$24.69 - $29.97

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MTG annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MTG earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 6, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 21, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

15.87%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

18.47%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

55.56%

5-Year Total Growth

133.33%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$2,736.00

Annual Income

$60.00

Quarterly Income

$15.00

Monthly Income

$5.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MTG's current dividend yield?
MGIC Investment Corporation (MTG) currently has a dividend yield of 2.28%, based on a stock price of $27.36 and an annual dividend of $0.60.
When is MTG's next dividend payment date?
MTG's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-06 and the next payment date is 2026-05-21. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does MTG pay in dividends per year?
MGIC Investment Corporation paid $0.56 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has MTG been increasing its dividend?
MGIC Investment Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 18.47%.
Is MTG's dividend safe?
MGIC Investment Corporation has a payout ratio of 18.41%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 18.97%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is MTG's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates MGIC Investment 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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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