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Provident Financial Services Inc.

S&P 500

PFS/Financial Services · Banks - Regional/NYSE

Dividend Yield

4.17%

$0.96 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$23.62P/E9.8MCap3.0BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

85/ 100Very Safe

PFS's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 40.8% earnings payout ratio & 29.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.9% 5-year dividend 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: 40.8%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 29.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Operating Margin: 53.5%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 0.9%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
40.8%Very Safe
29.5%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe
11.1%Caution
53.5%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Provident Financial Services Inc.

Provident Financial Services Inc. is a financial holding company primarily involved in providing traditional banking services. It offers a range of retail and commercial banking products, including checking and savings accounts, mortgages, business loans, and lines of credit, serving individual customers and small to medium-sized enterprises. This company plays a critical role in the financial ecosystem, especially in regional markets where its branches are concentrated. Headquartered in New Jersey, Provident Financial Services Inc. has built a reputation for community banking, supporting local clients with personalized service and financial products tailored to meet their needs. The company's strategic focus often includes expanding its reach through acquisitions and investments in technology to enhance its digital banking offerings, aligning with modern market trends. Provident Financial Services Inc.'s market significance lies in its consistent dividend payouts, appealing to income-focused investors, and its stability as a regional bank. Its presence in local economies is integral, fostering economic growth and providing essential financial services that facilitate everyday transactions and funding for local businesses.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.17%

Annual Dividend

$0.96

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

40.85%

FCF Payout Ratio

29.55%

52-Week Range

$16.73 - $23.98

Dividend History (2016–2025)

PFS annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

PFS earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 15, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 29, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.85%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.98%

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

4.35%

10-Year Total Growth

47.69%

Income Calculator

PFS Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$2,362.00

Annual Income

$96.00

Quarterly Income

$24.00

Monthly Income

$8.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PFS's current dividend yield?
Provident Financial Services Inc. (PFS) currently has a dividend yield of 4.17%, based on a stock price of $23.62 and an annual dividend of $0.96.
When is PFS's next dividend payment date?
PFS's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-15 and the next payment date is 2026-05-29. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does PFS pay in dividends per year?
Provident Financial Services Inc. paid $0.96 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has PFS been increasing its dividend?
Provident Financial Services Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 0.85% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.98%.
Is PFS's dividend safe?
Provident Financial Services Inc. has a payout ratio of 40.85%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 29.55%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is PFS's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Provident Financial Services Inc.'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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