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Select Medical Holdings Corp.

S&P 500

SEM/Healthcare · Medical Care Facilities/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.52%

$0.25 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$16.55P/E15.5MCap2.1BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

55/ 100Caution

SEM's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 23.4% earnings payout ratio & 20.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 6.9% operating margin & 12.3% gross margin.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 23.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 20.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 9.0%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
  • Operating Margin: 6.9%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • Gross Margin: 12.3%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
23.4%Very Safe
20.5%Very Safe
9.0%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution
1.1xCaution
142.1Caution

Profitability

Warning
9.8%Caution
6.9%Warning
12.3%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Caution

About Select Medical Holdings Corp.

Select Medical Holdings Corp. is a leading operator of specialized healthcare facilities in the United States, focusing on post-acute care through critical illness recovery hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics. The company delivers services across three primary segments: Critical Illness Recovery Hospital, which treats complex conditions such as heart failure, respiratory failure, pulmonary disease, renal disease, and surgical recoveries requiring extended care; Rehabilitation Hospital, providing inpatient medical rehabilitation; and Outpatient Rehabilitation, offering therapy services at numerous clinics. With operations spanning multiple states, Select Medical Holdings Corp. supports patients needing specialized recovery and rehabilitation, employing multidisciplinary teams to create personalized treatment plans that enhance quality of life. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, the company plays a vital role in the healthcare providers and services sector, emphasizing clinical quality and operational excellence in addressing critical and long-term care needs.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.52%

Annual Dividend

$0.25

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

23.36%

FCF Payout Ratio

20.48%

52-Week Range

$11.65 - $16.99

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SEM annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SEM earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 14, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 28, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.27%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

16.65%

3-Year Total Growth

-6.64%

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

366.60%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$1,655.00

Annual Income

$25.20

Quarterly Income

$6.30

Monthly Income

$2.10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SEM's current dividend yield?
Select Medical Holdings Corp. (SEM) currently has a dividend yield of 1.52%, based on a stock price of $16.55 and an annual dividend of $0.25.
When is SEM's next dividend payment date?
SEM's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-14 and the next payment date is 2026-05-28. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SEM pay in dividends per year?
Select Medical Holdings Corp. paid $0.25 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has SEM been increasing its dividend?
Select Medical Holdings Corp. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of — and a 10-year CAGR of 16.65%.
Is SEM's dividend safe?
Select Medical Holdings Corp. has a payout ratio of 23.36%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 20.48%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is SEM's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Select Medical Holdings Corp.'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 healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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