MCS
Marcus
dividend history, payout ratio & dates
- Stocks
- Communication Services
- NYSE: MCS
- Dividend
Last dividend date: Aug 25, 2026
Dividend yield: 1.22%
Payout ratio: 44%
Marcus's last dividend was on Aug 25, 2026 (ex-date) with a distribution of $0.09 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $0.33 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 1.22% based on its recent close price. The latest dividend has grown by $0.01, or 13% from the previous dividend.
MCS dividend stats
vs. Communication Services sector
Marcus Dividend yield
Marcus's dividend yield of 1.22% is below the Communication Services sector and the industry average. In comparison with its Communication Services sector average of 3.15%, Marcus's dividend yield is 61% lower.
MCS Dividend history
Marcus has a long dividend history, including the last four consecutive years with dividend payouts. MCS has issued four quarterly dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has grown by 14% since one year ago. But with the stock price up by 69% from a year ago, the dividend yield marks a decrease of 32%.
Marcus Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026 | $0.09 | 1.09% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | $0.08 | 1.59% |
| Feb 25, 2026 | $0.08 | 1.95% |
| Nov 25, 2025 | $0.08 | 1.91% |
| Aug 25, 2025 | $0.08 | 1.87% |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.07 | 1.87% |
| Feb 25, 2025 | $0.07 | 1.68% |
| Nov 25, 2024 | $0.07 | 1.27% |
| Aug 26, 2024 | $0.07 | 1.99% |
| Jun 17, 2024 | $0.07 | 2.62% |
| Mar 1, 2024 | $0.07 | 1.81% |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $0.07 | 1.67% |
| Aug 24, 2023 | $0.07 | 1.43% |
| Jun 1, 2023 | $0.05 | 1.31% |
| Mar 10, 2023 | $0.05 | 0.97% |
| Nov 23, 2022 | $0.05 | 0.63% |
| Aug 24, 2022 | $0.05 | 0.3% |
| Feb 28, 2020 | $0.17 | 2.43% |
| Nov 22, 2019 | $0.16 | 2.06% |
| Aug 23, 2019 | $0.16 | 1.91% |
| May 24, 2019 | $0.16 | 1.73% |
| Mar 1, 2019 | $0.16 | 1.42% |
| Nov 23, 2018 | $0.15 | 1.43% |
| Aug 24, 2018 | $0.15 | 1.47% |
| May 24, 2018 | $0.15 | 1.74% |
| Mar 2, 2018 | $0.15 | 1.89% |
| Nov 24, 2017 | $0.125 | 1.8% |
| Aug 23, 2017 | $0.125 | 1.99% |
| May 23, 2017 | $0.125 | 1.45% |
| Mar 2, 2017 | $0.125 | 1.48% |
| Nov 23, 2016 | $0.113 | 1.51% |
| Aug 23, 2016 | $0.113 | 1.86% |
| May 23, 2016 | $0.113 | 2.31% |
| Feb 24, 2016 | $0.113 | 2.32% |
| Oct 22, 2015 | $0.105 | 2% |
| Jul 30, 2015 | $0.105 | 1.96% |
| Apr 23, 2015 | $0.105 | 1.89% |
| Jan 22, 2015 | $0.095 | 2% |
Marcus dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
Marcus's payout ratio of 44% is below the Communication Services sector and the industry average. Compared to its Communication Services sector average of 52.7%, Marcus's payout ratio is 17% lower.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
MCS dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCS Marcus Corp | 1.22% | $0.33 | 44% |
| CNK Cinemark Holdings Inc | 1.03% | $0.36 | 19.3% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Marcus pay a dividend?
Yes, Marcus has paid four dividends in the last 12 months. MCS has been paying dividends since 2022.
When was MCS's last dividend?
Marcus's last dividend ex-date was on Aug 25, 2026. The dividend amount was $0.09 per share.
How much dividend does Marcus pay (per share)?
On an annual basis MCS pays $0.33 per share.
What is Marcus's dividend yield?
Currently Marcus's dividend yield is 1.22%.
How often does Marcus pay dividends?
Marcus has a quarterly dividend frequency.
What is Marcus's dividend payout ratio?
The dividend payout ratio of Marcus is 44%.
Does Marcus pay a good dividend?
Marcus's dividend yield is lower than the Communication Services sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.