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Constellation Brands, Inc.

S&P 500
STZ|Consumer Defensive|Beverages - Brewers|$148.21|P/E 15.3|MCap 25.5B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

74/ 100Safe

STZ's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 42.5% earnings payout ratio & 39.9% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 50.7% net debt / total assets & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 6.29% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 42.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 39.9%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 26.8%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Earnings Stability: UnstableEarnings have been volatile, pressuring the dividend.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 50.7%Net debt is high relative to total assets.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
42.5%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
39.9%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
26.8%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
7.6xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
50.7%Warning
Current Ratio
1.1xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
133.6Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
22.6%Very Safe
Operating Margin
26.7%Very Safe
Gross Margin
49.6%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
6.3%Safe
Earnings Stability
UnstableDanger

About Constellation Brands, Inc.

Constellation Brands, Inc. is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. The company focuses on building brands that people love, emphasizing premium products that elevate human connections through everyday celebrations. Its high-end imported beer portfolio features iconic names like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Modelo Cheladas, Pacifico, and Victoria. In wine, it offers exceptional labels such as The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, and Lingua Franca. The spirits segment includes craft brands like Casa Noble Tequila and High West Whiskey, alongside others like SVEDKA Vodka. Constellation Brands, Inc. holds the exclusive perpetual U.S. license to import, market, and sell Corona and Modelo brands. As an agriculture-based business, it integrates sustainability into operations, prioritizing environmental stewardship, community investment, and responsible beverage alcohol consumption across its portfolio.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.76%

Annual Dividend

$4.09

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

42.46%

FCF Payout Ratio

39.89%

Stock Price

$148.21

52-Week Range

$126.45 $196.91

Dividend History (2016–2025)

STZ annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

STZ earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 29, 2026

Next Payment Date

May 14, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

8.80%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

6.29%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

15.91%

3-Year Total Growth

28.80%

5-Year Total Growth

35.67%

10-Year Total Growth

337.63%

Income Calculator

STZ Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$14,821.00

Annual Income

$409.00

Quarterly Income

$102.25

Monthly Income

$34.08

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STZ's current dividend yield?
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) currently has a dividend yield of 2.76%, based on a stock price of $148.21 and an annual dividend of $4.09.
When is STZ's next dividend payment date?
STZ's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-29 and the next payment date is 2026-05-14. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does STZ pay in dividends per year?
Constellation Brands, Inc. paid $4.07 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has STZ been increasing its dividend?
Constellation Brands, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 6.29% and a 10-year CAGR of 15.91%.
Is STZ's dividend safe?
Constellation Brands, Inc. has a payout ratio of 42.46%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 39.89%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is STZ's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Constellation Brands, 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 consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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