AYI — Acuity Brands, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | AYI | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.27% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 5.51% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 5.5% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +1.7% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
13.33%
3-Year Growth
9.35%
5-Year Growth
5.51%
10-Year Growth
2.72%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 2, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | $0.2000 | +17.65% |
| Oct 17, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Jul 18, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Apr 17, 2025 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | $0.1700 | +13.33% |
| Oct 18, 2024 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 18, 2024 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 16, 2024 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 2, 2024 | $0.1500 | +15.38% |
| Oct 17, 2023 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Jul 17, 2023 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Apr 14, 2023 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Feb 3, 2023 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Oct 14, 2022 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Jul 14, 2022 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Apr 14, 2022 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Jan 19, 2022 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Oct 14, 2021 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Jul 15, 2021 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
| Apr 15, 2021 | $0.1300 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
5.5%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
4.2%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $3.92 | $114.80M |
| Q1 2025 | $3.45 | $113.30M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.50 | $49.70M |
| Q3 2025 | $3.19 | $192.30M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Acuity Brands, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Acuity Brands, Inc. (AYI) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.27%.
What is AYI's dividend yield?
AYI's current dividend yield is 0.27%. The annual dividend is $0.71.
When is AYI's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for AYI has not been announced yet.
How many years has Acuity Brands, Inc. increased its dividend?
Acuity Brands, Inc. has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.