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Navient Corporation

S&P 500

NAVI/Financial Services · Credit Services/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

8.14%

$0.64 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$8.46P/E40.3MCap739.7MLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

44/ 100Caution

NAVI's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 19.2% fcf payout ratio & 25.6% operating margin. Areas of concern: 200.0% earnings payout ratio & 91.5% net debt / total assets. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 19.2%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 25.6%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 200.0%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 91.5%Net debt is high relative to total assets.
  • Return on Equity: -2.5%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Caution
19.2%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Danger

Profitability

Caution
-2.5%Danger
25.6%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
Mostly StableCaution

About Navient Corporation

Navient Corporation is a prominent asset in the financial services sector, primarily engaged in loan management, servicing, and asset recovery. The company is noted for its extensive involvement in student loans, guiding borrowers through repayment solutions and helping them manage debt efficiently. Beyond its student loan portfolio, Navient diversifies its operations through various asset recovery services, focusing on different types of loan products, including personal and consumer loans. Navient plays a significant role in the financial markets by facilitating access to education financing and supporting the secondary market for student loans, which helps maintain liquidity and stability within the sector. Founded as part of a division of Sallie Mae, Navient emerged in 2014 as an independent entity and has since established itself as a key player in the financial landscape, addressing the needs of millions of borrowers across the United States. Its influence is particularly impactful in sectors linked to higher education and consumer financial services, making it a vital component in the network of companies that support personal financial management.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

8.14%

Annual Dividend

$0.64

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

200.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

19.20%

52-Week Range

$7.33 - $16.07

Dividend History (2016–2025)

NAVI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

NAVI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 5, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 19, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

0.00%

10-Year Total Growth

0.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$846.00

Annual Income

$64.00

Quarterly Income

$16.00

Monthly Income

$5.33

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAVI's current dividend yield?
Navient Corporation (NAVI) currently has a dividend yield of 8.14%, based on a stock price of $8.46 and an annual dividend of $0.64.
When is NAVI's next dividend payment date?
NAVI's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-05 and the next payment date is 2026-06-19. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does NAVI pay in dividends per year?
Navient Corporation paid $0.64 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has NAVI been increasing its dividend?
Navient Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 0.00% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.00%.
Is NAVI's dividend safe?
Navient Corporation has a payout ratio of 200.00%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 19.20%. 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 NAVI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Navient 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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