Dividend Grades
vs Basic Materials sector| Metric | SCL | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.51% | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 6.52% | 6.01% |
| Payout Ratio | 76.1% | 33.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | -19.1% | 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
2.65%
3-Year Growth
4.20%
5-Year Growth
6.52%
10-Year Growth
7.82%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 2, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 13, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2026 | $0.3950 | 0.00% |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.3950 | +2.60% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.3850 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.3850 | 0.00% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | $0.3850 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.3850 | +2.67% |
| Aug 30, 2024 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| May 31, 2024 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2023 | $0.3750 | +2.74% |
| Aug 30, 2023 | $0.3650 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2023 | $0.3650 | 0.00% |
| Mar 2, 2023 | $0.3650 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2022 | $0.3650 | +8.96% |
| Aug 30, 2022 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2022 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| Mar 3, 2022 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| Nov 29, 2021 | $0.3350 | +9.84% |
| Aug 30, 2021 | $0.3050 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2021 | $0.3050 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
76.1%
ModerateFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.86 | -$25.81M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.50 | -$14.40M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.47 | $40.21M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.22 | -$31.10M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Stepan Company pay a dividend?
Yes, Stepan Company (SCL) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.51%.
What is SCL's dividend yield?
SCL's current dividend yield is 3.51%. The annual dividend is $1.56.
When is SCL's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for SCL has not been announced yet.
How many years has Stepan Company increased its dividend?
Stepan Company has increased its dividend for 12 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.