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Seagate Technology Holdings Plc

S&P 500
STX|Technology|Computer Hardware|$782.64|P/E 73.5|MCap 175.5B|NASDAQ

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

68/ 100Safe

STX's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 27.7% earnings payout ratio & 25.8% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 381.6 debt-to-equity & Volatile profit margin stability.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 27.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 25.8%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Return on Equity: 1788.0%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.

Risks

  • Debt-to-Equity: 381.6Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
  • Earnings Stability: VolatileEarnings have been volatile, pressuring the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
27.7%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
25.8%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
61.3%Caution
Interest Coverage
5.7xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
N/AN/A
Current Ratio
1.3xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
381.6Warning

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
1788.0%Very Safe
Operating Margin
35.7%Very Safe
Gross Margin
46.5%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.1%Caution
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

About Seagate Technology Holdings Plc

Seagate Technology Holdings Plc is a leading provider of mass-capacity data storage solutions worldwide. The company specializes in hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs) tailored for enterprise nearline applications, video and image storage, mission-critical systems, desktops, notebooks, DVRs, and gaming rigs. It offers external storage under brands like Seagate Ultra Touch, One Touch, Expansion, Basics, and LaCie, alongside network-attached storage drives. Seagate Technology Holdings Plc also delivers the Lyve edge-to-cloud platform, featuring modular hardware and software for on-premise and cloud infrastructure needs. Key innovations include Mozaic technology with Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) for high areal densities, enhancing data center efficiency, sustainability, and scalability, particularly for AI workloads and exponential data growth. Products serve original equipment manufacturers, distributors, retailers, cloud providers, enterprises, and consumers across cloud, edge, and endpoint environments. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Singapore, Seagate Technology Holdings Plc plays a pivotal role in powering digital infrastructure for data-intensive applications.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.38%

Annual Dividend

$2.94

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

27.70%

FCF Payout Ratio

25.75%

Stock Price

$782.64

52-Week Range

$94.97 $802.13

Dividend History (2016–2025)

STX annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

STX earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

June 24, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 7, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

1.18%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.05%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

2.57%

3-Year Total Growth

3.57%

5-Year Total Growth

10.69%

10-Year Total Growth

28.89%

Income Calculator

STX Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$78,264.00

Annual Income

$294.00

Quarterly Income

$73.50

Monthly Income

$24.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STX's current dividend yield?
Seagate Technology Holdings Plc (STX) currently has a dividend yield of 0.38%, based on a stock price of $782.64 and an annual dividend of $2.94.
When is STX's next dividend payment date?
STX's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-24 and the next payment date is 2026-07-07. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does STX pay in dividends per year?
Seagate Technology Holdings Plc paid $2.90 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has STX been increasing its dividend?
Seagate Technology Holdings Plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.05% and a 10-year CAGR of 2.57%.
Is STX's dividend safe?
Seagate Technology Holdings Plc has a payout ratio of 27.70%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 25.75%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is STX's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Seagate Technology Holdings Plc'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 technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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