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Bank OZK

S&P 500

OZK/Financial Services · Banks - Regional/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

3.65%

$1.82 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$51.81P/E8.0MCap5.4BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

94/ 100Very Safe

OZK's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 28.9% earnings payout ratio & 30.8% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 10.06% 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: 28.9%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 30.8%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 56.3%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
28.9%Very Safe
30.8%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
10.1%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Bank OZK

Bank OZK is a regional bank offering a comprehensive suite of retail and commercial banking services across multiple states. It provides diverse deposit products such as non-interest-bearing checking, interest-bearing transaction accounts, business sweep, savings, money market, individual retirement, and time deposits to meet varied customer needs. The bank extends a broad array of lending solutions, including real estate, consumer and business purpose loans, indirect recreational vehicle and marine financing, commercial and industrial loans, government-guaranteed, agricultural, small business, homebuilder, and affordable housing loans. Additional offerings encompass business aviation and subscription financing, mortgage products, personal loans, credit cards, and personal investment accounts. With over 250 banking centers in nine states, Bank OZK supports personal checking and savings, online and mobile banking, and tailored financial solutions for individuals, businesses, and communities. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, Bank OZK emphasizes relationship-driven service, operational excellence, and innovative banking to foster customer growth and economic development.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.65%

Annual Dividend

$1.82

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

28.94%

FCF Payout Ratio

30.81%

52-Week Range

$42.37 - $53.66

Dividend History (2016–2025)

OZK annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

OZK earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 13, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 20, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

11.36%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

10.06%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

12.21%

3-Year Total Growth

38.10%

5-Year Total Growth

61.48%

10-Year Total Growth

216.36%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$5,181.00

Annual Income

$182.00

Quarterly Income

$45.50

Monthly Income

$15.17

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OZK's current dividend yield?
Bank OZK (OZK) currently has a dividend yield of 3.65%, based on a stock price of $51.81 and an annual dividend of $1.82.
When is OZK's next dividend payment date?
OZK's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-13 and the next payment date is 2026-04-20. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does OZK pay in dividends per year?
Bank OZK paid $1.74 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has OZK been increasing its dividend?
Bank OZK has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 10.06% and a 10-year CAGR of 12.21%.
Is OZK's dividend safe?
Bank OZK has a payout ratio of 28.94%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 30.81%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is OZK's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Bank OZK'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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