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Shutterstock Inc.

S&P 500

SSTK/Communication Services · Internet Content & Information/NYSE

Dividend Yield

8.76%

$1.38 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$13.90P/E14.1MCap577.2MLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

55/ 100Caution

SSTK's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 43.7% fcf payout ratio & 29.3% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 105.6% earnings payout ratio & 0.5x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 14.19% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • CFO Payout Ratio: 29.3%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 8.4%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 56.4Conservative debt level relative to equity.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 105.6%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Current Ratio: 0.5xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Return on Equity: -3.9%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
0.5xDanger
56.4Very Safe

Profitability

Warning
-3.9%Danger
-1.5%Danger
52.4%Very Safe

Dividend Track Record

Caution
6 yrsCaution
YesDanger
14.2%Very Safe

About Shutterstock Inc.

Shutterstock Inc. is a technology company that operates as a leading global provider of high-quality licensed photographs, vectors, illustrations, videos, and music. The primary function of Shutterstock is to connect creators and businesses by offering a vast library of digital content, enabling clients to enhance their visual storytelling with professional-grade media. Shutterstock’s platform significantly impacts sectors such as advertising, publishing, media, and commerce by supplying creative resources essential for design and marketing initiatives. By leveraging advanced data-driven tools, Shutterstock offers personalized content suggestions and innovative editing solutions to streamline creative processes. Headquartered in New York City, the company plays a vital role in the digital content market, continuously expanding its product offerings and integrating cutting-edge technology to meet the evolving needs of creators and businesses worldwide.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

8.76%

Annual Dividend

$1.38

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

105.60%

FCF Payout Ratio

43.72%

52-Week Range

$12.69 - $29.50

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SSTK annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SSTK earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 4, 2026

Last Payment Date

June 18, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

11.20%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

14.19%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

37.50%

5-Year Total Growth

94.12%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$1,390.00

Annual Income

$138.00

Quarterly Income

$34.50

Monthly Income

$11.50

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SSTK's current dividend yield?
Shutterstock Inc. (SSTK) currently has a dividend yield of 8.76%, based on a stock price of $13.90 and an annual dividend of $1.38.
When is SSTK's next dividend payment date?
SSTK's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-04 and the next payment date is 2026-06-18. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SSTK pay in dividends per year?
Shutterstock Inc. paid $1.32 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has SSTK been increasing its dividend?
Shutterstock Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 14.19%.
Is SSTK's dividend safe?
Shutterstock Inc. has a payout ratio of 105.60%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 43.72%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is SSTK's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Shutterstock Inc.'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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