SYY/Consumer Defensive · Food Distribution/NYSE
Dividend Yield
2.77%
$2.16 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
SYY's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 60.0% earnings payout ratio & 56.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 50.1% net debt / total assets & 670.4 debt-to-equity. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, SYY has a proven commitment to shareholders.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Return on Equity: 81.9%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
- Dividend Streak: Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Long, uninterrupted dividend track record.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
Risks
- Debt-to-Equity: 670.4Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
- Net Debt / Total Assets: 50.1%Net debt is high relative to total assets.
- Operating Margin: 3.8%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
Payout & Coverage
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Very SafeAbout Sysco Corporation
Sysco Corporation is a leading marketer and distributor of food products and related supplies to the foodservice industry worldwide. It primarily serves restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, lodging establishments, and quick-service chains through its subsidiaries. The company operates across key segments including U.S. Foodservice Operations, which handles broadline distribution, custom-cut meat, seafood, and specialty produce via brands like FreshPoint; International Foodservice Operations covering Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and other regions with full lines of food and non-food items; SYGMA, focused on customized distribution for quick-service restaurants; and Other, encompassing hotel supply services. Sysco Corporation distributes a diverse range of products such as frozen foods including meats, seafood, prepared entrées, fruits, vegetables, and desserts; canned and dry goods; and fresh produce. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Sysco Corporation plays a vital role in the global food-away-from-home supply chain, ensuring efficient delivery to foodservice operators.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.77%
Annual Dividend
$2.16
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
60.00%
FCF Payout Ratio
56.34%
52-Week Range
$68.19 - $91.85
Dividend History (2016–2025)
SYY annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
SYY earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
July 2, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 24, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
3.03%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.13%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
8.84%
3-Year Total Growth
9.38%
5-Year Total Growth
16.67%
10-Year Total Growth
133.33%
Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)
This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.
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