Trailing Dividend / Share
$1.23
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (GBX) Dividend History
Income profile from 1994 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
2.4%
Payout Ratio
19.4%
Sustainable
Dividend Streak
12 years
GBX Dividend Income Check
Safety
19.4% payout ratio with sustainable safety profile.
Consistency
12 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 3.6% and trend is rising.
GBX Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield2.4%
Trailing DPS$1.23
FrequencySemi-Annual
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout19.4%
Earnings SafetySustainable
FCF Payout32.1%
FCF SafetyWell Covered
Piotroski F-Score8/9
Growth
Growth Streak12 years
3Y CAGR5.3%
5Y CAGR3.1%
Yield on Cost (5Y)3.6%
YOC Trendrising
Total Returns
Buyback Yield1.5%
Total Shareholder Yield3.9%
1Y Total Return20.6%
5Y Total Return14.7%
Div Contribution (5Y)12.0%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$11,46610Y ago$23,06820Y ago$14,131
Uses precomputed total return metrics from screening data (not lot-by-lot dividend reinvestment transactions). Different time windows can produce different outcomes depending on market regime and entry point.
GBX Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (27 years of payments)
GBX Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. distributes 19.4% of earnings as dividends (Sustainable). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 32.1%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 8/9 — strong financial health.
Growth Track Record
GBX has raised its dividend for 12 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 5.3% and 5-year CAGR of 3.1%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, GBX returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 2.4% dividend yield, 1.5% buyback yield, 3.9% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 3.6% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 14.7%, with dividends contributing 12.0% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $23,068 today.
GBX Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Semi-Annual
TTM Total$5.88
Avg/Payment$0.2940
Latest Change+6.3%
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2026Latest | $0.3400 | ↑ +6.3% | 2.63% | May 11, 2026 |
| Jan 27, 2026 | $0.3200 | — | 2.58% | Feb 17, 2026 |
| Nov 12, 2025 | $0.3200 | — | 2.96% | Dec 3, 2025 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | $0.3200 | — | 2.48% | Aug 7, 2025 |
| Apr 22, 2025 | $0.3200 | ↑ +6.7% | 2.86% | May 13, 2025 |
| Jan 29, 2025 | $0.3000 | — | 1.81% | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Nov 6, 2024 | $0.3000 | — | 1.84% | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Jul 23, 2024 | $0.3000 | — | 2.44% | Aug 13, 2024 |
GBX Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
#2 yield in peer group
Div Yield
2.4%
#2 of 7
Safety
Sustainable
19.4% payout
Streak
12Y
3.1% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
3.9%
#2 of 7
| Company | Mkt Cap | Yield | Payout | Streak | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2nd GBXThe Greenbrier Compa… | $1.6B | 2.4% | 19.4% | 12 | Sustainable |
1st  TRNTrinity Industries, … | $2.9B | 3.2% | 39.0% | 15 | Sustainable |
 WABWestinghouse Air Bra… | $45.1B | 0.4% | 14.8% | 6 | Sustainable |
 TTTrane Technologies p… | $104.0B | 0.8% | 28.7% | 5 | Sustainable |
3rd  GATXGATX Corporation | $6.5B | 1.4% | 26.9% | 19 | Sustainable |
 ALGAlamo Group Inc. | $2.0B | 0.7% | 13.9% | 13 | Sustainable |
 CSXCSX Corporation | $82.6B | 1.2% | 33.6% | 21 | Sustainable |
GBX Annual Dividend History (1994–2026)
33 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.66 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 1.9% |
| 2025 | $1.26 | 5.0% | 4 | $6.35 | 19.8% | 5.04x | 3.6% |
| 2024 | $1.20 | 5.3% | 4 | $4.96 | 24.2% | 4.13x | 3.4% |
| 2023 | $1.14 | 5.6% | 4 | $1.88 | 60.6% | 1.65x | 3.2% |
| 2022 | $1.08 | 0.0% | 4 | $1.40 | 77.1% | 1.30x | 3.0% |
| 2021 | $1.08 | 0.0% | 4 | $0.96 | 112.5% | 0.89x | 3.0% |
| 2020 | $1.08 | 8.0% | 4 | $1.46 | 74.0% | 1.35x | 3.0% |
| 2019 | $1.00 | 2.0% | 4 | $2.14 | 46.7% | 2.14x | 2.8% |
| 2018 | $0.98 | 11.4% | 4 | $4.68 | 20.9% | 4.78x | 2.8% |
| 2017 | $0.88 | -13.7% | 4 | $3.65 | 24.1% | 4.15x | 2.5% |
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Start ComparisonGBX — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GBX stock.
How much dividend does GBX pay per share?
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (GBX) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $1.23 per share, with a current dividend yield of +2.4%. Payments are made Semi-Annual.
When is GBX's next ex-dividend date?
GBX's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. GBX typically pays dividends Semi-Annual.
Is GBX's dividend safe?
GBX's dividend safety is rated "Sustainable" based on an earnings payout ratio of +19.4% and FCF payout ratio of +32.1%. With 12 consecutive years of dividend growth, the track record supports sustainability.
Is GBX a Dividend Achiever?
Yes, The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. is classified as a Dividend Achiever with 12 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +3.1%, demonstrating modest dividend growth.
How often does GBX pay dividends?
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. pays dividends Semi-Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $1.23 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 32+ years from 1994 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in GBX grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in GBX five years ago would be worth approximately $11,466 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is GBX's yield on cost for long-term holders?
GBX's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +3.6% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +2.4% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.