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People Incorporated

S&P 500

PPLI/Communication Services · Internet Content & Information/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

203.71%

$84.55 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$42.33P/E26.2MCap3.1BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

47/ 100Caution

PPLI's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 0.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.3x interest coverage & 3.0% return on equity.

Based on 11 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 0.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 0.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 6.5%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.

Risks

  • Interest Coverage: 0.3xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
  • Return on Equity: 3.0%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Operating Margin: -9.5%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
3.7xVery Safe
30.9Very Safe

Profitability

Warning

Dividend Track Record

Danger

About People Incorporated

People Incorporated is a publicly traded holding company focused on media, internet, and consumer-facing businesses. The company primarily operates through People Inc., described as America’s largest publisher, which manages more than 40 well-known brands such as PEOPLE, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, InStyle, Better Homes & Gardens, and Southern Living. These brands span lifestyle, entertainment, travel, home, and food, reaching a broad consumer audience across digital, print, and other content channels. In addition to its media operations, People Incorporated holds a significant minority stake in MGM Resorts International, providing exposure to the hospitality and entertainment sector. This combination positions the company as a diversified player at the intersection of digital media, advertising, and experiential consumer brands. People Incorporated is headquartered in New York City and serves advertisers, partners, and consumers seeking large-scale, brand-driven audiences.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

203.71%

Annual Dividend

$84.55

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

0.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

0.00%

52-Week Range

$29.56 - $46.33

Dividend History (2016–2025)

PPLI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

PPLI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 25, 2021

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

N/A

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$4,233.00

Annual Income

$8,455.19

Quarterly Income

$2,113.80

Monthly Income

$704.60

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PPLI's current dividend yield?
People Incorporated (PPLI) currently has a dividend yield of 203.71%, based on a stock price of $42.33 and an annual dividend of $84.55.
When is PPLI's next dividend payment date?
PPLI's next ex-dividend date is 2021-05-25 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does PPLI pay in dividends per year?
People Incorporated paid $46.15 per share in annual dividends in 2021. The dividends are paid annual.
Has PPLI been increasing its dividend?
People Incorporated has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of —.
Is PPLI's dividend safe?
People Incorporated has a payout ratio of 0.00%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 0.00%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is PPLI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates People Incorporated'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 communication services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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