CBT — Cabot Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Basic Materials sector| Metric | CBT | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.67% | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 4.92% | 6.01% |
| Payout Ratio | 31.5% | 33.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | -14.8% | 12.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Basic Materials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
5.33%
3-Year Growth
6.35%
5-Year Growth
4.92%
10-Year Growth
7.30%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 27, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.4500 | +4.65% |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $0.4300 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2024 | $0.4300 | +7.50% |
| Feb 22, 2024 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Nov 22, 2023 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 24, 2023 | $0.4000 | 0.00% |
| May 25, 2023 | $0.4000 | +8.11% |
| Feb 23, 2023 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 23, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Aug 25, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Feb 24, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 24, 2021 | $0.3700 | +5.71% |
| Aug 26, 2021 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2021 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
31.5%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
23.7%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.38 | $57.00M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.69 | N/A |
| Q2 2025 | $1.71 | -$26.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.87 | $215.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cabot Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Cabot Corporation (CBT) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.67%.
What is CBT's dividend yield?
CBT's current dividend yield is 2.67%. The annual dividend is $1.80.
When is CBT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CBT has not been announced yet.
How many years has Cabot Corporation increased its dividend?
Cabot Corporation has increased its dividend for 14 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 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.