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Stifel Financial Corp.

S&P 500

SF/Financial Services · Capital Markets/NYSE

Dividend Yield

1.75%

$1.29 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$71.47P/E14.3MCap11.3BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

89/ 100Very Safe

SF's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 24.6% earnings payout ratio & 28.1% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 32.34% 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: 24.6%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 28.1%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
24.6%Very Safe
28.1%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

N/A

Profitability

Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
9+ yrsSafe
NoneVery Safe
32.3%Very Safe

About Stifel Financial Corp.

Stifel Financial Corp. operates as a diversified financial services holding company in the United States. It primarily engages in securities-related services such as investment banking, brokerage, trading, and advisory services. With a commitment to providing personalized services, Stifel serves individual investors, municipalities, and institutions, offering a wide array of products including equities, fixed income, and derivatives. The company has carved a niche in the investment banking sector, excelling in capital raising, financial advisory services, and strategic mergers and acquisitions advice. Additionally, through its network of independent advisors and financial consultants, Stifel provides comprehensive financial planning and asset management services. This positions the company as a pivotal player in fostering financial growth and development across diverse market segments. Founded in 1890 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Stifel Financial Corp. reflects a deep-rooted history while continually adapting to modern financial services needs, asserting a significant presence in the financial services arena.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.75%

Annual Dividend

$1.29

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

24.55%

FCF Payout Ratio

28.11%

52-Week Range

$67.02 - $89.83

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SF annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SF earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 1, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 15, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

15.31%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

32.34%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

53.33%

5-Year Total Growth

305.91%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,147.00

Annual Income

$129.33

Quarterly Income

$32.33

Monthly Income

$10.78

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SF's current dividend yield?
Stifel Financial Corp. (SF) currently has a dividend yield of 1.75%, based on a stock price of $71.47 and an annual dividend of $1.29.
When is SF's next dividend payment date?
SF's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-01 and the next payment date is 2026-06-15. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SF pay in dividends per year?
Stifel Financial Corp. paid $1.84 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has SF been increasing its dividend?
Stifel Financial Corp. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 32.34%.
Is SF's dividend safe?
Stifel Financial Corp. has a payout ratio of 24.55%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 28.11%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is SF's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Stifel Financial 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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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