STLD — Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Basic Materials sector| Metric | STLD | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.22% | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 14.87% | 6.01% |
| Payout Ratio | 25.0% | 33.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 22 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +34.9% | 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
8.70%
3-Year Growth
13.72%
5-Year Growth
14.87%
10-Year Growth
13.78%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 10, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.5300 | +6.00% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.5000 | +8.70% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.4600 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.4600 | +8.24% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.4250 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.4250 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.4250 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.4250 | +25.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.3400 | +30.77% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.2600 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
25.0%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
58.9%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.45 | -$152.90M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.01 | $13.28M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.75 | $556.92M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.83 | $84.22M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Steel Dynamics, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.22%.
What is STLD's dividend yield?
STLD's current dividend yield is 1.22%. The annual dividend is $2.00.
When is STLD's next ex-dividend date?
STLD's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has Steel Dynamics, Inc. increased its dividend?
Steel Dynamics, Inc. has increased its dividend for 13 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.