Sonoco Products Co.
S&P 500SON/Consumer Cyclical · Packaging & Containers/NYSE
Dividend Yield
4.22%
$2.13 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
SON's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 34.7% earnings payout ratio & 14.1% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 96.6% fcf payout ratio & 1.0x current ratio.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 34.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 14.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
- Return on Equity: 20.2%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 96.6%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- Current Ratio: 1.0xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
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SafeAbout Sonoco Products Co.
Sonoco Products Co. is a leading manufacturer of engineered and sustainable packaging solutions, operating primarily in the Consumer Packaging and Industrial Paper Packaging segments. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells a diverse portfolio of products including round and shaped rigid paper, steel, and plastic containers, metal and peelable membrane ends, closures, components, flexible and rigid plastics, reels, spools, pallets, and composite cans. These offerings serve a wide range of consumer and industrial end markets across the United States, Europe, Canada, the Asia Pacific, and other international regions. Sonoco Products Co. emphasizes sustainable packaging innovations to meet demands in sectors such as food, beverages, personal care, healthcare, and various industrial applications. Founded in 1899 and headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina, the company plays a vital role in the global packaging industry by providing reliable, protective, and environmentally conscious solutions that support supply chain efficiency and product integrity.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
4.22%
Annual Dividend
$2.13
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
34.70%
FCF Payout Ratio
96.64%
52-Week Range
$38.65 - $58.44
Dividend History (2016–2025)
SON annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
SON earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 8, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 10, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
3.20%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
4.17%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
4.41%
3-Year Total Growth
9.90%
5-Year Total Growth
22.67%
10-Year Total Growth
54.01%
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