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Ralph Lauren Corporation

S&P 500
RL|Consumer Cyclical|Apparel Manufacturing|$343.50|P/E 22.5|MCap 20.6B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Ralph Lauren Corporation

Ralph Lauren Corporation is a global leader in designing, marketing, and distributing premium lifestyle products worldwide. The company operates through multiple brands including Polo Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, RRL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, and Double RL, offering men's, women's and children's apparel, footwear, accessories, fragrances, and home furnishings. Ralph Lauren reaches consumers through a diversified distribution model encompassing proprietary stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale channels including department stores and specialty retailers across more than 100 countries. The company also licenses key product categories such as fragrances, eyewear, and home collections to specialized partners. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in New York, Ralph Lauren has positioned itself as a luxury lifestyle brand focused on full-price selling, brand elevation, and digital innovation. Its direct-to-consumer strategy combines flagship retail locations with robust digital commerce capabilities, while its wholesale operations extend market reach through partnerships with premium and luxury retailers globally.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.05%

Annual Dividend

$3.56

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

24.23%

FCF Payout Ratio

30.57%

Stock Price

$343.50

52-Week Range

$176.61 $389.15

Dividend Health Score

88/ 100Very Safe

RL's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 24.2% earnings payout ratio & 30.6% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 38.97% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
24.2%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
30.6%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
18.7%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
22.6xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
10.6%Safe
Current Ratio
2.1xVery Safe
Debt-to-Equity
99.0Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
33.9%Very Safe
Operating Margin
20.1%Safe
Gross Margin
69.9%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
39.0%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

RL annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

RL earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

December 26, 2025

Next Payment Date

January 9, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

6.66%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

38.97%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

5.95%

3-Year Total Growth

21.33%

5-Year Total Growth

418.40%

10-Year Total Growth

78.20%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$34,350.00

Annual Income

$356.40

Quarterly Income

$89.10

Monthly Income

$29.70

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RL's current dividend yield?
Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) currently has a dividend yield of 1.05%, based on a stock price of $343.50 and an annual dividend of $3.56.
When is RL's next dividend payment date?
RL's next ex-dividend date is 2025-12-26 and the next payment date is 2026-01-09. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does RL pay in dividends per year?
Ralph Lauren Corporation paid $3.56 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has RL been increasing its dividend?
Ralph Lauren Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 38.97% and a 10-year CAGR of 5.95%.
Is RL's dividend safe?
Ralph Lauren Corporation has a payout ratio of 24.23%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 30.57%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is RL's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Ralph Lauren Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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