Trailing Dividend / Share
$0.29
The Marcus Corporation (MCS) Dividend History
Income profile from 1987 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
1.1%
Payout Ratio
72.2%
Watch
Dividend Streak
3 years
MCS Dividend Income Check
Safety
72.2% payout ratio with watch safety profile.
Consistency
3 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 2.3% and trend is rising.
MCS Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield1.1%
Trailing DPS$0.29
FrequencyQuarterly
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout72.2%
Earnings SafetyWatch
FCF Payout13.6%
FCF SafetyWell Covered
Piotroski F-Score7/9
Growth
Growth Streak3 years
3Y CAGR44.2%
5Y CAGR12.0%
Yield on Cost (5Y)2.3%
YOC Trendrising
Total Returns
Buyback Yield2.2%
Total Shareholder Yield3.2%
1Y Total Return80.6%
5Y Total Return72.9%
Div Contribution (5Y)7.0%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$17,28510Y ago$12,75420Y ago$14,738
Uses precomputed total return metrics from screening data (not lot-by-lot dividend reinvestment transactions). MCS's recent 5Y regime has been stronger than its full 10Y period, so 5Y can appear higher than 10Y.
MCS Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (38 years of payments)
MCS Dividend Safety Story
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Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Marcus Corporation distributes 72.2% of earnings as dividends (Watch). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 13.6%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 7/9 — strong financial health.
Growth Track Record
MCS has raised its dividend for 3 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 44.2% and 5-year CAGR of 12.0%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, MCS returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 1.1% dividend yield, 2.2% buyback yield, 3.2% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 2.3% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 72.9%, with dividends contributing 7.0% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $12,754 today.
MCS Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Quarterly
TTM Total$1.66
Avg/Payment$0.0830
Latest Change+12.5%
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026Latest | $0.0900 | ↑ +12.5% | 1.09% | Sep 15, 2026 |
| Jun 1, 2026 | $0.0800 | — | 1.59% | Jun 15, 2026 |
| Feb 25, 2026 | $0.0800 | — | 1.95% | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Nov 25, 2025 | $0.0800 | — | 1.91% | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Aug 25, 2025 | $0.0800 | ↑ +14.3% | 1.87% | Sep 15, 2025 |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.0700 | — | 1.50% | Jun 16, 2025 |
| Feb 25, 2025 | $0.0700 | — | 1.35% | Mar 17, 2025 |
| Nov 25, 2024 | $0.0700 | — | 1.27% | Dec 16, 2024 |
MCS Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
#5 yield in peer group
Div Yield
1.1%
#5 of 6
Safety
Watch
72.2% payout
Streak
3Y
12.0% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
3.2%
#6 of 6
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCSThe Marcus Corporati… | $859M | 1.1% | 72.2% | 3 | Watch |
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1st  INNSummit Hotel Propert… | $614M | 6.4% | — | 3 | Unknown |
2nd  APLEApple Hospitality RE… | $3.7B | 6.1% | 1.3% | 1 | Sustainable |
MCS Annual Dividend History (1987–2026)
40 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.25 | — | 3 | — | — | — | 2.0% |
| 2025 | $0.30 | 7.1% | 4 | $0.41 | 73.2% | 1.37x | 2.3% |
| 2024 | $0.28 | 16.7% | 4 | $-0.24 | — | — | 2.2% |
| 2023 | $0.24 | 140.0% | 4 | $0.36 | 66.7% | 1.50x | 1.9% |
| 2022 | $0.10 | — | 2 | $-0.38 | — | — | 0.8% |
| 2021 | $0.00 | -100.0% | 0 | $-1.38 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $0.17 | -73.4% | 1 | $-4.02 | — | — | 1.3% |
| 2019 | $0.64 | 6.7% | 4 | $1.35 | 47.4% | 2.11x | 5.0% |
| 2018 | $0.60 | 20.0% | 4 | $1.86 | 32.3% | 3.10x | 4.7% |
| 2017 | $0.50 | 11.1% | 4 | $2.29 | 21.8% | 4.58x | 3.9% |
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MCS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MCS stock.
How much dividend does MCS pay per share?
The Marcus Corporation (MCS) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $0.29 per share, with a current dividend yield of +1.1%. Payments are made Quarterly.
When is MCS's next ex-dividend date?
MCS's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. MCS typically pays dividends Quarterly.
Is MCS's dividend safe?
MCS's dividend safety is rated "Watch" based on an earnings payout ratio of +72.2% and FCF payout ratio of +13.6%. The 3-year growth streak provides moderate confidence.
Is MCS a Dividend Payer?
Yes, The Marcus Corporation is classified as a Dividend Payer with 3 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +12.0%, demonstrating above-inflation dividend growth.
How often does MCS pay dividends?
The Marcus Corporation pays dividends Quarterly. The trailing 12-month total is $0.29 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 39+ years from 1987 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in MCS grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in MCS five years ago would be worth approximately $17,285 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is MCS's yield on cost for long-term holders?
MCS's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +2.3% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +1.1% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.