SXT — Sensient Technologies Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Basic Materials sector| Metric | SXT | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.97% | 1.68% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 1.01% | 6.01% |
| Payout Ratio | 51.9% | 33.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 16 |
| 1Y Total Return | +16.0% | 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
0.00%
3-Year Growth
0.00%
5-Year Growth
1.01%
10-Year Growth
4.66%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 3, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Nov 10, 2025 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Aug 4, 2025 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| May 12, 2025 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 4, 2025 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Aug 5, 2024 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| May 3, 2024 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 5, 2024 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Nov 3, 2023 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Aug 4, 2023 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| May 5, 2023 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 6, 2023 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Nov 4, 2022 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 29, 2022 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| May 6, 2022 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 1, 2022 | $0.4100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 29, 2021 | $0.4100 | +5.13% |
| Jul 30, 2021 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 30, 2021 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
51.9%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
182.1%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.82 | -$25.83M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.89 | $27.10M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.87 | $24.21M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.60 | $12.94M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sensient Technologies Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.97%.
What is SXT's dividend yield?
SXT's current dividend yield is 1.97%. The annual dividend is $1.64.
When is SXT's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for SXT has not been announced yet.
How many years has Sensient Technologies Corporation increased its dividend?
Sensient Technologies Corporation has increased its dividend for 0 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.