DIN Dividend History & Analysis | 5.4% Yield

DIN has a dividend yield of 5.4% and paid 1.4 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 5.35%
Payout Ratio 31.6%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 44.00%
Consistency Lifetime 70.2%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.81%
Payout FCF 74.5%
Streak Years -
Dividend Rating 53.19%
Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share.
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.
■ Payout Yield (right) ■ Price (left) ┅┅ Avg Payout Yield

Top Dividend Payers in Restaurants

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
ARCO 1,713 M 3.36% 8.14%
QSR 34,618 M 3.70% 5.47%
DRI 22,436 M 3.05% 5.01%
MCD 195,368 M 2.30% 3.50%
TXRH 11,698 M 1.59% 3.97%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
TXRH 11,698 M 22.70% 95.6%
YUMC 15,976 M 18.92% 94.5%
DPZ 10,112 M 16.64% 70.2%
ARCO 1,713 M 16.96% 61.6%
DRI 22,436 M 13.87% 95.8%
DIN Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of May 2026
EX-DATE RECORD PAYMENT PERIOD DIV/SHARE GROWTH PAYOUT YIELD
2026-03-18 2026-03-18 2026-04-10 Quarterly 0.19 0% 0.67%
2025-12-23 2025-12-23 2026-01-07 Quarterly 0.19 -62.7% 0.57%
2025-09-19 2025-09-19 2025-10-08 Quarterly 0.51 0% 2.13%
2025-06-20 2025-06-20 2025-07-09 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.91%
2025-03-17 2025-03-17 2025-04-04 Quarterly 0.51 0% 2.08%
2024-12-20 2024-12-20 2025-01-07 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.75%
2024-09-20 2024-09-20 2024-10-08 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.69%
2024-06-20 2024-06-20 2024-07-05 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.37%
2024-03-19 2024-03-20 2024-04-05 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.1%
2023-12-19 2023-12-20 2024-01-05 Quarterly 0.51 0% 1.04%
2023-09-18 2023-09-19 2023-09-29 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.95%
2023-06-16 2023-06-20 2023-07-07 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.84%
2023-03-17 2023-03-20 2023-03-31 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.78%
2022-12-19 2022-12-20 2023-01-06 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.76%
2022-09-19 2022-09-20 2022-09-30 Quarterly 0.51 0% 0.71%
2022-06-16 2022-06-20 2022-07-08 Quarterly 0.51 +10.9% 0.77%
2022-03-18 2022-03-21 2022-04-01 Quarterly 0.46 +15% 0.59%
2021-12-17 2021-12-20 2022-01-07 Quarterly 0.4 -47.4% 0.56%
2020-03-19 2020-03-20 2020-04-03 Quarterly 0.76 +10.1% N/A
2019-12-19 2019-12-20 2020-01-10 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2019-09-19 2019-09-20 2019-10-04 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2019-06-19 2019-06-20 2019-07-12 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2019-03-19 2019-03-20 2019-04-05 Quarterly 0.69 +9.5% N/A
2018-12-19 2018-12-20 2019-01-04 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2018-09-19 2018-09-20 2018-10-05 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2018-06-19 2018-06-20 2018-07-06 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2018-03-16 2018-03-19 2018-04-06 Quarterly 0.63 -35.1% N/A
2017-12-15 2017-12-18 2018-01-12 Quarterly 0.97 0% N/A
2017-09-15 2017-09-18 2017-10-06 Quarterly 0.97 0% N/A
2017-06-15 2017-06-19 2017-07-07 Quarterly 0.97 0% N/A
2017-03-16 2017-03-20 2017-04-07 Quarterly 0.97 0% N/A
2016-12-14 2016-12-16 2017-01-06 Quarterly 0.97 +5.4% N/A
2016-09-14 2016-09-16 2016-10-07 Quarterly 0.92 0% N/A
2016-06-15 2016-06-17 2016-07-08 Quarterly 0.92 0% N/A
2016-03-16 2016-03-18 2016-04-08 Quarterly 0.92 0% N/A
2015-12-09 2015-12-11 2016-01-08 Quarterly 0.92 +5.1% N/A
2015-09-09 2015-09-11 2015-10-09 Quarterly 0.875 0% N/A
2015-06-10 2015-06-12 2015-07-10 Quarterly 0.875 0% N/A
2015-03-11 2015-03-13 2015-04-10 Quarterly 0.875 0% N/A
2014-12-01 2014-12-03 2014-01-09 Quarterly 0.875 +16.7% N/A
2014-09-08 2014-09-10 2014-09-26 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2014-06-16 2014-06-18 2014-06-27 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2014-03-12 2014-03-14 2014-03-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2013-12-06 2013-12-10 2013-12-27 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2013-09-06 2013-09-10 2013-09-27 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2013-06-12 2013-06-14 2013-06-28 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2013-03-13 2013-03-15 2013-03-29 Quarterly 0.75 +200% N/A
2008-10-27 2008-10-29 2008-11-18 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2008-07-29 2008-07-31 2008-08-19 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2008-04-29 2008-05-01 2008-05-20 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A

DIN Dividend FAQ

Dine Brands Global, Inc. (DIN) is a Pasadena-based restaurant company that manages a portfolio of major brands including Applebees Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. The company operates through a multi-segment model comprising franchised locations, company-owned restaurants, and rental operations. Its portfolio spans the casual dining, family dining, and fast-casual categories, offering a diversified range of American and Mexican-inspired fare.

What is the Dividend Yield of DIN?

As of May 2026, DIN's dividend yield is 5.35%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.40 USD by the current share price of 29.80.

Does DIN pay a dividend?

As of May 2026, DIN paid a dividend of 1.40 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-03-18 and the payout was 0.19 USD.

How often does DIN pay dividends?

DIN pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, DIN has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-03-18.

DIN dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for DIN for the next payments are between 0.3 (+57.9%) and 0.362 (+90.5%). This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 4.53%.

Will DIN pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.19 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-03-18. The next Ex-Dividend date for Dine Brands Global (DIN) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for DIN?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of DIN?

DIN's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 44.0% per year. Strong growth: DIN's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of DIN?

DIN's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.81%. If you bought DIN's shares at 77.53 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.40 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 1.81% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of DIN?

DIN Payout Consistency is 70.2%. 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. Unstable: Dine Brands Global has an inconsistent track record of dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does DIN have a good Dividend Yield?

DIN's 5.35% Dividend Yield is considered as good. Make sure the dividend is sustainable: Check the Payouts-Ratio over time.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of DIN?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of DIN is 31.6%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of DIN?

DIN's Overall Dividend Rating is 53.19%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

DIN Outstanding Shares Analysis
The Chart shows the outstanding shares over time per year.

What is the Trend in DIN's Outstanding Shares?

Dine Brands Global's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 7.75% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -86.7%). Shareholder-friendly: The company is actively buying back shares, reducing the share count. This increases earnings per share and often leads to higher dividends per share over time, as profits are distributed among fewer shareholders.

Has DIN ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on May 28, 1999 with a ratio of 2:1. This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

YEAR NUMBER OF SHARES ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
1990 10,842,000 0%
1991 17,746,000 +63.68%
1992 17,930,000 +1.04%
1993 18,108,000 +0.99%
1994 18,344,000 +1.3%
1995 18,716,000 +2.03%
1996 19,034,000 +1.7%
1997 19,628,000 +3.12%
1998 19,848,000 +1.12%
1999 20,076,000 +1.15%
2000 20,048,000 -0.14%
2001 20,771,000 +3.61%
2002 21,313,000 +2.61%
2003 21,406,000 +0.44%
2004 19,991,000 -6.61%
2005 18,421,000 -7.85%
2006 17,842,000 -3.14%
2007 17,200,000 -3.6%
2008 16,842,000 -2.08%
2009 17,011,000 +1%
2010 17,697,000 +4.03%
2011 17,682,000 -0.08%
2012 18,637,000 +5.4%
2013 19,062,000 +2.28%
2014 18,741,000 -1.68%
2015 18,475,000 -1.42%
2016 17,916,000 -3.03%
2017 17,764,000 -0.85%
2018 17,785,000 +0.12%
2019 16,698,000 -6.11%
2020 16,232,000 -2.79%
2021 16,991,000 +4.68%
2022 15,370,000 -9.54%
2023 15,106,000 -1.72%
2024 14,904,000 -1.34%
2025 13,300,000 -10.76%
2026 12,600,000 -5.26%

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: 2026-05-11 02:15 UTC