Wingstop Inc.
S&P 500WING/Consumer Cyclical · Restaurants/NASDAQ
Dividend Yield
0.77%
$1.20 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
WING's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 28.9% earnings payout ratio & 24.9% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 154.9% net debt / total assets & -1.6 debt-to-equity.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 28.9%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 24.9%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 12.5%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Net Debt / Total Assets: 154.9%Net debt is high relative to total assets.
- Debt-to-Equity: -1.6Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
- Return on Equity: -23.6%Return on equity is below industry norms.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Wingstop Inc.
Wingstop Inc. is a restaurant company that specializes in cooked-to-order chicken wings, tenders, and chicken sandwiches, complemented by signature sides, dips, and a range of bold flavors. Wingstop focuses on a fast-casual dining model centered on flavor customization, offering both classic and boneless wings, dry rubs, and housemade sauces that appeal to individual tastes and group meals. The company operates primarily through franchised restaurants in the United States and international markets, using an asset-light structure that supports its role as a brand-led restaurant franchisor. Wingstop also emphasizes digital ordering and delivery as important parts of its customer experience, helping connect its menu to dine-in, pickup, and off-premises occasions. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas and founded in 1994, Wingstop Inc. remains a specialized player in the global restaurant industry with a clear focus on chicken-centric menu innovation and flavor-driven brand positioning.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.77%
Annual Dividend
$1.20
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
28.89%
FCF Payout Ratio
24.87%
52-Week Range
$116.35 - $381.45
Dividend History (2016–2025)
WING annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
WING earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 15, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 5, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-37.72%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-27.00%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
3-Year Total Growth
-75.85%
5-Year Total Growth
-79.27%
10-Year Total Growth
N/A
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