CVGW Dividend History & Analysis | 3.3% Yield

CVGW has a dividend yield of 3.3% and paid 0.8 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 3.26%

Payout Ratio 64.5%

Growth Rate CAGR 5y -8.67%

Consistency Lifetime 96.2%

Yield on Cost 5y 1.16%

Payout FCF 73.7%

Streak Years 24

Dividend Rating 33.30%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

Dividend Growth Year over Year

5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield

■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield

Total Return 12m: 15.7%

Total Return 5y: -63.1%

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group

Symbol	Market Cap USD	Dividend Yield TTM	Yield on Cost 5y
PPC	10,302 M	16.8%	43.6%
CALM	3,981 M	8.42%	26.1%
KHC	28,100 M	5.74%	5.95%
GIS	24,684 M	4.85%	6.30%
SFD	9,474 M	4.49%	5.30%

Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group

Symbol	Market Cap USD	Growth Rate	Consistency
CALM	3,981 M	300%	75.5%
PRMB	6,039 M	13.6%	52.7%
JDEP	18,110 M	19.8%	98.3%
LW	6,400 M	12.0%	100%
HSY	39,492 M	12.6%	95.8%

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3.27% Yield

CVGW Dividend History: Last 33 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date	Record Date	Payment Date	Period	Dividend per Share	Dividend Growth Rate QoQ	Payout Yield
2026-01-13	2026-01-13	2026-01-30	Quarterly	0.2	0%	0.91%
2025-09-30	2025-09-30	2025-10-31	Quarterly	0.2	0%	0.78%
2025-06-30	2025-06-30	2025-07-30	Quarterly	0.2	0%	0.75%
2025-04-01	2025-04-01	2025-04-29	Quarterly	0.2	0%	0.84%
2025-01-10	2025-01-10	2025-01-31	Quarterly	0.2	0%	0.85%
2024-10-02	2024-10-02	2024-10-30	Quarterly	0.2	100%	0.7%
2024-07-02	2024-07-02	2024-07-30	Quarterly	0.1	0%	0.45%
2024-03-28	2024-04-01	2024-04-29	Quarterly	0.1	0%	0.36%
2024-01-25	2024-01-26	2024-01-31	Quarterly	0.1	0%	0.37%
2023-09-26	2023-09-27	2023-10-11	Quarterly	0.1	0%	0.38%
2023-06-26	2023-06-27	2023-07-11	Quarterly	0.1	0%	0.31%
2023-03-23	2023-03-24	2023-04-06	Quarterly	0.1	-65.2%	0.4%
2022-11-15	2022-11-16	2022-12-14	Quarterly	0.2875	-75%	0.81%
2021-11-10	2021-11-12	2021-12-03	Annual	1.15	0%	2.8%
2020-11-12	2020-11-13	2020-12-04	Annual	1.15	4.5%	N/A
2019-11-14	2019-11-15	2019-12-06	Annual	1.1	10%	N/A
2018-11-15	2018-11-16	2018-12-07	Annual	1	5.3%	N/A
2017-11-16	2017-11-17	2017-12-08	Annual	0.95	5.6%	N/A
2016-11-15	2016-11-17	2016-12-08	Annual	0.9	12.5%	N/A
2015-11-13	2015-11-17	2015-12-08	Annual	0.8	6.7%	N/A
2014-11-13	2014-11-17	2014-12-08	Annual	0.75	7.1%	N/A
2013-11-26	2013-11-29	2013-12-12	Annual	0.7	7.7%	N/A
2012-11-26	2012-11-28	2012-12-12	Annual	0.65	18.2%	N/A
2011-11-30	2011-12-02	2011-12-12	Annual	0.55	0%	N/A
2010-11-29	2010-12-01	2010-12-11	Annual	0.55	10%	N/A
2009-11-27	2009-12-01	2009-12-11	Annual	0.5	42.9%	N/A
2008-12-05	2008-12-09	2008-12-23	Annual	0.35	0%	N/A
2007-12-12	2007-12-15	2008-01-02	Annual	0.35	9.4%	N/A
2006-12-13	2006-12-15	2007-01-03	Annual	0.32	0%	N/A
2005-12-13	2005-12-15	2006-01-03	Annual	0.32	6.7%	N/A
2004-11-10	2004-11-15	2005-01-03	Annual	0.3	20%	N/A
2003-11-13	2003-11-17	2004-01-05	Annual	0.25	25%	N/A
2002-11-13	2002-11-15	2003-01-03	Annual	0.2	0%	N/A

CVGW Dividend FAQ

Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ:CVGW) is a U.S.-based distributor of fresh and prepared avocados, as well as other perishable items such as tomatoes and papayas. It serves retail grocery, food-service, club stores, mass merchandisers, food distributors, and wholesale customers worldwide through two operating segments: Grown (raw fruit) and Prepared (guacamole, avocado pulp, etc.). The company markets its products under the Calavo brand and a suite of sub-brands (e.g., Avo Fresco, Bueno, Calavo Gold), and has been operating since 1924 from its headquarters in Santa Paula, California.

What is the Dividend Yield of CVGW?

As of February 2026, CVGW`s dividend yield is 3.26%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.80 USD by the current share price of 25.43.

Does CVGW pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, CVGW paid a dividend of 0.80 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-01-13 and the payout was 0.2 USD.

How often does CVGW pay dividends?

CVGW pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, CVGW has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-01-13.

CVGW dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for CVGW for the next 4 payments are between 0.041 (-79.5%) and 0.64 (+220.0%).
This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment.

Will CVGW pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.2 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-01-13. The next Ex-Dividend date for Calavo Growers (CVGW) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for CVGW?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Calavo Growers (CVGW) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of CVGW?

CVGW's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is -8.67% per year.
Negative growth: CVGW's Dividend growth is negative and declining.

What is the Yield on Cost of CVGW?

CVGW's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.16%. If you bought CVGW's shares at 68.94 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.80 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 1.16% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of CVGW?

CVGW Payout Consistency is 96.2%. 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.
Very consistent: Calavo Growers has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does CVGW have a good Dividend Yield?

CVGW`s 3.26% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of CVGW?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of CVGW is 64.5%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of CVGW?

CVGW`s Overall Dividend Rating is 33.30%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

CVGW Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in CVGW's Outstanding Shares?

Calavo Growers's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.37% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

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

Has CVGW ever had a Stock Split?

No stock splits on record. The share count changes shown above reflect buybacks, new issuance, or employee compensation rather than structural splits.

Year	Number of Shares	Annual Growth Rate
2001	10,466,000
2002	12,856,000	+22.84%
2003	13,469,000	+4.77%
2004	13,507,000	+0.28%
2005	14,352,000	+6.26%
2006	14,293,000	-0.41%
2007	14,375,000	+0.57%
2008	14,419,000	+0.31%
2009	14,505,000	+0.6%
2010	14,723,000	+1.5%
2011	14,772,000	+0.33%
2012	14,822,000	+0.34%
2013	15,038,000	+1.46%
2014	15,815,000	+5.17%
2015	17,392,000	+9.97%
2016	17,447,000	+0.32%
2017	17,544,000	+0.56%
2018	17,581,000	+0.21%
2019	17,604,000	+0.13%
2020	17,666,000	+0.35%
2021	17,635,000	-0.18%
2022	17,664,000	+0.16%
2023	17,766,000	+0.58%
2024	17,863,000	+0.55%
2025	17,897,000	+0.19%

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: 2026-02-04 02:41