Trailing Dividend / Share
$0.47
The Hackett Group, Inc. (HCKT) Dividend History
Income profile from 2012 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
4.1%
Payout Ratio
99.7%
At Risk
Dividend Streak
1 years
HCKT Dividend Income Check
Safety
99.7% payout ratio with at risk safety profile.
Consistency
1 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 3.4% and trend is rising.
HCKT Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield4.1%
Trailing DPS$0.47
FrequencyAnnual
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout99.7%
Earnings SafetyAt Risk
FCF Payout48.2%
FCF SafetyWell Covered
Piotroski F-Score5/9
Growth
Growth Streak1 years
3Y CAGR2.9%
5Y CAGR11.0%
Yield on Cost (5Y)3.4%
YOC Trendrising
Total Returns
Buyback Yield24.0%
Total Shareholder Yield28.2%
1Y Total Return-50.3%
5Y Total Return-18.8%
Div Contribution (5Y)13.2%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$8,11810Y ago$10,08920Y ago$31,167
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.
HCKT Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (15 years of payments)
HCKT Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Hackett Group, Inc. distributes 99.7% of earnings as dividends (At Risk). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 48.2%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 5/9 — moderate financial health.
Growth Track Record
HCKT has raised its dividend for 1 consecutive year, with a 3-year CAGR of 2.9% and 5-year CAGR of 11.0%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, HCKT returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 4.1% dividend yield, 24.0% buyback yield, 28.2% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 3.4% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is -18.8%, with dividends contributing 13.2% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $10,089 today.
Elevated payout ratio — dividend sustainability should be monitored closely.
HCKT Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Annual
TTM Total$2.22
Avg/Payment$0.1110
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026Latest | $0.1200 | — | 3.64% | Apr 3, 2026 |
| Dec 23, 2025 | $0.1200 | — | 2.42% | Jan 9, 2026 |
| Sep 19, 2025 | $0.1200 | — | 2.37% | Oct 3, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.1200 | — | 1.96% | Jul 7, 2025 |
| Mar 21, 2025 | $0.1200 | ↑ +9.1% | 1.58% | Apr 4, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.1100 | — | 1.43% | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.1100 | — | 1.69% | Oct 4, 2024 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | $0.1100 | — | 2.03% | Jul 5, 2024 |
HCKT Dividend vs Peers
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#1 yield in peer group
Div Yield
4.1%
#1 of 5
Safety
At Risk
99.7% payout
Streak
1Y
11.0% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
28.2%
#1 of 5
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ICFI
ACN
GHCKT Annual Dividend History (1998–2026)
29 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.12 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 0.9% |
| 2025 | $0.48 | 9.1% | 4 | $0.47 | 102.1% | 0.98x | 3.4% |
| 2024 | $0.44 | 0.0% | 4 | $1.05 | 41.9% | 2.39x | 3.1% |
| 2023 | $0.44 | 0.0% | 4 | $1.24 | 35.5% | 2.82x | 3.1% |
| 2022 | $0.44 | 10.0% | 4 | $1.28 | 34.4% | 2.91x | 3.1% |
| 2021 | $0.40 | 40.4% | 4 | $1.26 | 31.7% | 3.15x | 2.8% |
| 2020 | $0.29 | -20.8% | 3 | $0.17 | 167.6% | 0.60x | 2.0% |
| 2019 | $0.36 | 5.9% | 2 | $0.72 | 50.0% | 2.00x | 2.6% |
| 2018 | $0.34 | 13.3% | 2 | $0.74 | 45.9% | 2.18x | 2.4% |
| 2017 | $0.30 | 15.4% | 2 | $0.85 | 35.3% | 2.83x | 2.1% |
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Start ComparisonHCKT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HCKT stock.
How much dividend does HCKT pay per share?
The Hackett Group, Inc. (HCKT) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $0.47 per share, with a current dividend yield of +4.1%. Payments are made Annual.
When is HCKT's next ex-dividend date?
HCKT's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. HCKT typically pays dividends Annual.
Is HCKT's dividend safe?
HCKT's dividend safety is rated "At Risk" based on an earnings payout ratio of +99.7% and FCF payout ratio of +48.2%. The 1-year growth streak provides moderate confidence.
How many years has HCKT increased its dividend?
HCKT has 1 consecutive years of dividend growth. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +11.0%.
How often does HCKT pay dividends?
The Hackett Group, Inc. pays dividends Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $0.47 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 14+ years from 2012 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in HCKT grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in HCKT five years ago would be worth approximately $8,118 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is HCKT's yield on cost for long-term holders?
HCKT's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +3.4% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +4.1% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.