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The Marzetti Company

S&P 500

MZTI/Consumer Defensive · Packaged Foods/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.77%

$3.95 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$112.41P/E16.8MCap2.9BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

82/ 100Very Safe

MZTI's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 61.0% earnings payout ratio & 47.8% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 6.20% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 12 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Net Debt / Total Assets: -8.3%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
  • Current Ratio: 2.6xStrong short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 3.6Conservative debt level relative to equity.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
2.6xVery Safe
3.6Very Safe

Profitability

Caution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe

About The Marzetti Company

The Marzetti Company is a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, specializing in the production and distribution of premium specialty food products. It offers a diverse portfolio including refrigerated dips, dressings, sauces, and frozen pasta, catering to consumers seeking convenient and flavorful meal solutions. The company focuses on high-quality ingredients and innovative recipes to deliver trusted brands that enhance everyday dining experiences. Its product lines serve retail grocery channels, foodservice operators, and club stores, emphasizing shelf-stable and fresh prepared foods that appeal to a broad customer base. The Marzetti Company plays a key role in the consumer packaged goods sector by providing value-added products that combine taste, convenience, and variety, supporting modern lifestyles through widespread availability in supermarkets and specialty outlets. Headquartered in the United States, it maintains a strong presence in the competitive food manufacturing market with an emphasis on quality and consumer preferences.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.77%

Annual Dividend

$3.95

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

61.03%

FCF Payout Ratio

47.79%

52-Week Range

$104.28 - $190.96

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MZTI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MZTI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 5, 2026

Next Payment Date

June 30, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.81%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

6.20%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-5.64%

3-Year Total Growth

18.46%

5-Year Total Growth

35.09%

10-Year Total Growth

-44.04%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$11,241.00

Annual Income

$395.00

Quarterly Income

$98.75

Monthly Income

$32.92

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MZTI's current dividend yield?
The Marzetti Company (MZTI) currently has a dividend yield of 3.77%, based on a stock price of $112.41 and an annual dividend of $3.95.
When is MZTI's next dividend payment date?
MZTI's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-05 and the next payment date is 2026-06-30. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does MZTI pay in dividends per year?
The Marzetti Company paid $3.85 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has MZTI been increasing its dividend?
The Marzetti Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 6.20% and a 10-year CAGR of -5.64%.
Is MZTI's dividend safe?
The Marzetti Company has a payout ratio of 61.03%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 47.79%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is MZTI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates The Marzetti Company'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 defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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