AYI Dividend History & Analysis | 0.2% Yield

AYI has a dividend yield of 0.2% and paid 0.71 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.24%
Payout Ratio 3.8%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 6.94%
Consistency Lifetime 90.4%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.53%
Payout FCF 4.0%
Streak Years 17
Dividend Rating 55.39%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 0.5%
Total Return 5y: 99%

Top Dividend Payers in Electrical Components & Equipment

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
LIGHT 2,512 M 8.70% 10.1%
PRY 32,891 M 1.88% 7.24%
LR 41,261 M 2.05% 6.83%
NEX 5,893 M 2.60% 3.98%
ETN 137,860 M 1.59% 3.44%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
VRT 101,534 M 105% 98.6%
NEX 5,893 M 38.8% 65.8%
PRY 32,891 M 12.5% 91.4%
LR 41,261 M 11.6% 98.1%
AME 49,376 M 11.6% 94.5%

Quality Dividend Peers in Electrical Components & Equipment

LR
Legrand
 2.05% Yield
PRY
Prysmian SpA
 1.88% Yield
ETN
Eaton
 1.59% Yield
HUBB
Hubbell
 1.26% Yield
ENS
Enersys
 1.12% Yield
NVT
nVent Electric
 1.01% Yield

AYI Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of March 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2026-02-02 2026-02-02 2026-02-13 Quarterly 0.2 17.6% 0.06%
2025-10-17 2025-10-17 2025-11-03 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.05%
2025-07-18 2025-07-18 2025-08-01 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.06%
2025-04-17 2025-04-18 2025-05-01 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.07%
2025-02-03 2025-02-03 2025-02-14 Quarterly 0.17 13.3% 0.05%
2024-10-18 2024-10-18 2024-11-01 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.05%
2024-07-18 2024-07-18 2024-08-01 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.06%
2024-04-16 2024-04-17 2024-05-01 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.06%
2024-02-02 2024-02-05 2024-02-14 Quarterly 0.15 15.4% 0.06%
2023-10-17 2023-10-18 2023-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.07%
2023-07-17 2023-07-18 2023-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2023-04-14 2023-04-17 2023-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2023-02-03 2023-02-06 2023-02-14 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.07%
2022-10-14 2022-10-17 2022-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2022-07-14 2022-07-15 2022-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2022-04-14 2022-04-18 2022-05-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2022-01-19 2022-01-20 2022-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.06%
2021-10-14 2021-10-15 2021-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.06%
2021-07-15 2021-07-16 2021-08-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2021-04-15 2021-04-16 2021-05-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.08%
2021-01-19 2021-01-20 2021-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2020-10-16 2020-10-19 2020-11-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2020-07-16 2020-07-17 2020-08-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2020-04-16 2020-04-17 2020-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2020-01-16 2020-01-20 2020-02-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2019-10-17 2019-10-18 2019-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2019-07-16 2019-07-17 2019-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2019-04-16 2019-04-17 2019-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2019-01-17 2019-01-18 2019-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2018-10-17 2018-10-18 2018-11-01 Unknown 0.13 0% N/A
2018-07-17 2018-07-18 2018-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2018-04-16 2018-04-17 2018-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2018-01-19 2018-01-22 2018-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2017-10-17 2017-10-18 2017-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2017-07-14 2017-07-18 2017-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2017-04-12 2017-04-17 2017-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2017-01-19 2017-01-23 2017-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2016-10-14 2016-10-18 2016-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2016-07-14 2016-07-18 2016-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2016-04-14 2016-04-18 2016-05-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2016-01-15 2016-01-20 2016-02-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2015-10-15 2015-10-19 2015-11-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2015-07-16 2015-07-20 2015-08-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2015-04-15 2015-04-17 2015-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2015-01-16 2015-01-21 2015-02-02 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2014-10-15 2014-10-17 2014-11-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2014-07-16 2014-07-18 2014-08-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2014-04-15 2014-04-17 2014-05-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2014-01-16 2014-01-21 2014-02-03 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2013-10-16 2013-10-18 2013-11-01 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A

AYI Dividend FAQ

Ac​uity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) delivers integrated lighting, controls, and building-management solutions through two primary segments: Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL), which offers a broad portfolio of luminaires and advanced electronics under brands such as Lithonia, Holophane and ElcoLED; and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), which provides Distech Controls BMS, Q-SC audio/video platforms and related services for commercial, institutional and entertainment venues.

What is the Dividend Yield of AYI?

As of March 2026, AYI`s dividend yield is 0.24%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.71 USD by the current share price of 267.90.

Does AYI pay a dividend?

As of March 2026, AYI paid a dividend of 0.71 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-02-02 and the payout was 0.2 USD.

How often does AYI pay dividends?

AYI pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, AYI has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-02-02.

AYI dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for AYI for the next payments are between 0.192 (-4.0%) and 0.208 (+4.0%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will AYI pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.2 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-02-02. The next Ex-Dividend date for Acuity Brands (AYI) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for AYI?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Acuity Brands (AYI) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of AYI?

AYI's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 6.94% per year.
Strong growth: AYI's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of AYI?

AYI's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 0.53%. If you bought AYI's shares at 134.60 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.71 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 0.53% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of AYI?

AYI Payout Consistency is 90.4%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Acuity Brands has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does AYI have a good Dividend Yield?

AYI`s 0.24% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of AYI?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of AYI is 3.8%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of AYI?

AYI`s Overall Dividend Rating is 55.39%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

AYI Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in AYI's Outstanding Shares?

Acuity Brands's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.31% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 33.3%).

Neutral: Share count is relatively stable with minor dilution. This has minimal impact on dividend per share calculations.

Has AYI ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on May 2, 2008 with a ratio of 1:1.

This was a reverse split: Multiple shares were consolidated into fewer shares, increasing the price per share. This is sometimes used to meet exchange listing requirements and can be a warning sign if the company is struggling.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2001 41,221,000
2002 41,432,000 +0.51%
2003 42,594,000 +2.8%
2004 43,946,000 +3.17%
2005 45,620,000 +3.81%
2006 43,732,000 -4.14%
2007 42,936,000 -1.82%
2008 40,765,000 -5.06%
2009 43,100,000 +5.73%
2010 42,800,000 -0.7%
2011 41,700,000 -2.57%
2012 42,300,000 +1.44%
2013 42,900,000 +1.42%
2014 43,300,000 +0.93%
2015 43,600,000 +0.69%
2016 44,000,000 +0.92%
2017 42,100,000 -4.32%
2018 40,100,000 -4.75%
2019 39,600,000 -1.25%
2020 37,800,000 -4.55%
2021 35,539,000 -5.98%
2022 32,704,000 -7.98%
2023 31,365,000 -4.09%
2024 31,799,000 +1.38%
2025 31,561,000 -0.75%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-03-12 03:37