Trailing Dividend / Share
$3.24
Ingredion Incorporated (INGR) Dividend History
Income profile from 1998 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
3.0%
Payout Ratio
28.9%
Sustainable
Dividend Streak
3 years
INGR Dividend Income Check
Safety
28.9% payout ratio with sustainable safety profile.
Consistency
3 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 4.1% and trend is rising.
INGR Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield3.0%
Trailing DPS$3.24
FrequencySemi-Annual
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout28.9%
Earnings SafetySustainable
FCF Payout25.2%
FCF SafetyWell Covered
Piotroski F-Score8/9
Growth
Growth Streak3 years
3Y CAGR5.8%
5Y CAGR4.9%
Yield on Cost (5Y)4.1%
YOC Trendrising
Total Returns
Buyback Yield3.3%
Total Shareholder Yield6.4%
1Y Total Return-20.8%
5Y Total Return29.1%
Div Contribution (5Y)15.8%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$12,90510Y ago$11,31720Y ago$51,666
Uses precomputed total return metrics from screening data (not lot-by-lot dividend reinvestment transactions). INGR's recent 5Y regime has been stronger than its full 10Y period, so 5Y can appear higher than 10Y.
INGR Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (29 years of payments)
INGR Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
Ingredion Incorporated distributes 28.9% of earnings as dividends (Sustainable). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 25.2%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 8/9 — strong financial health.
Growth Track Record
INGR has raised its dividend for 3 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 5.8% and 5-year CAGR of 4.9%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, INGR returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 3.0% dividend yield, 3.3% buyback yield, 6.4% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 4.1% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 29.1%, with dividends contributing 15.8% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $11,317 today.
INGR Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Semi-Annual
TTM Total$14.86
Avg/Payment$0.7430
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026Latest | $0.8200 | — | 2.93% | Apr 21, 2026 |
| Jan 2, 2026 | $0.8200 | — | 2.95% | Jan 20, 2026 |
| Oct 1, 2025 | $0.8200 | ↑ +2.5% | 2.65% | Oct 21, 2025 |
| Jul 1, 2025 | $0.8000 | — | 2.34% | Jul 22, 2025 |
| Apr 1, 2025 | $0.8000 | — | 2.34% | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Jan 2, 2025 | $0.8000 | — | 2.32% | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Oct 1, 2024 | $0.8000 | ↑ +2.6% | 2.31% | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Jul 1, 2024 | $0.7800 | — | 2.74% | Jul 23, 2024 |
INGR Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
#2 yield in peer group
Div Yield
3.0%
#2 of 9
Safety
Sustainable
28.9% payout
Streak
3Y
4.9% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
6.4%
#3 of 9
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2nd INGRIngredion Incorporat… | $6.7B | 3.0% | 28.9% | 3 | Sustainable |
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 RPMRPM International In… | $13.1B | 1.9% | 37.1% | 30 | Sustainable |
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3rd  SYYSysco Corporation | $35.1B | 2.8% | 54.7% | 37 | Sustainable |
 ANDEThe Andersons, Inc. | $2.3B | 1.2% | 28.1% | 23 | Sustainable |
INGR Annual Dividend History (1997–2026)
30 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $1.64 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2.1% |
| 2025 | $3.22 | 36.4% | 4 | $11.18 | 28.8% | 3.47x | 4.1% |
| 2024 | $2.36 | -20.8% | 3 | $9.71 | 24.3% | 4.11x | 3.0% |
| 2023 | $2.98 | 9.6% | 4 | $9.60 | 31.0% | 3.22x | 3.8% |
| 2022 | $2.72 | 5.4% | 4 | $7.34 | 37.1% | 2.70x | 3.4% |
| 2021 | $2.58 | 1.6% | 4 | $1.73 | 149.1% | 0.67x | 3.3% |
| 2020 | $2.54 | 1.2% | 4 | $5.15 | 49.3% | 2.03x | 3.2% |
| 2019 | $2.51 | 2.4% | 4 | $6.13 | 40.9% | 2.44x | 3.2% |
| 2018 | $2.45 | 11.4% | 4 | $6.17 | 39.7% | 2.52x | 3.1% |
| 2017 | $2.20 | 15.8% | 4 | $7.06 | 31.2% | 3.21x | 2.8% |
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Start ComparisonINGR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying INGR stock.
How much dividend does INGR pay per share?
Ingredion Incorporated (INGR) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $3.24 per share, with a current dividend yield of +3.0%. Payments are made Semi-Annual.
When is INGR's next ex-dividend date?
INGR's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. INGR typically pays dividends Semi-Annual.
Is INGR's dividend safe?
INGR's dividend safety is rated "Sustainable" based on an earnings payout ratio of +28.9% and FCF payout ratio of +25.2%. The 3-year growth streak provides moderate confidence.
Is INGR a Dividend Payer?
Yes, Ingredion Incorporated is classified as a Dividend Payer with 3 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +4.9%, demonstrating modest dividend growth.
How often does INGR pay dividends?
Ingredion Incorporated pays dividends Semi-Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $3.24 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 28+ years from 1998 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in INGR grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in INGR five years ago would be worth approximately $12,905 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is INGR's yield on cost for long-term holders?
INGR's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +4.1% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +3.0% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.