KWR Dividend History & Analysis | 1.6% Yield

KWR has a dividend yield of 1.6% and paid 1.99 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.59%
Payout Ratio 37.0%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 5.24%
Consistency Lifetime 99.4%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.73%
Payout FCF 26.8%
Streak Years 41
Dividend Rating 62.08%

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: 24.7%
Total Return 5y: -37.4%

Top Dividend Payers in Specialty Chemicals

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
ACT 1,901 M 1.42% 9.12%
AKZA 11,970 M 3.51% 4.65%
FPE 5,554 M 3.47% 3.62%
FPE3 5,122 M 2.65% 2.73%
PPG 26,098 M 2.60% 2.75%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
ACT 1,901 M 23.7% 95.2%
MTX 2,063 M 22.5% 96.2%
BNR 8,758 M 11.7% 99.7%
IOSP 2,085 M 10.2% 81.6%
ASH 2,799 M 8.86% 93.5%

Quality Dividend Peers in Specialty Chemicals

ACT
AlzChem
 1.42% Yield
PPG
PPG Industries
 2.60% Yield

KWR Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2026-01-16 2026-01-16 2026-01-30 Quarterly 0.508 0% 0.32%
2025-10-17 2025-10-17 2025-10-31 Quarterly 0.508 4.7% 0.39%
2025-07-17 2025-07-17 2025-07-31 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.41%
2025-04-16 2025-04-16 2025-04-30 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.47%
2025-01-17 2025-01-17 2025-01-31 Quarterly 0.485 0% 0.36%
2024-10-17 2024-10-17 2024-10-31 Quarterly 0.485 6.6% 0.29%
2024-07-17 2024-07-17 2024-07-31 Quarterly 0.455 0% 0.24%
2024-04-15 2024-04-16 2024-04-30 Quarterly 0.455 0% 0.23%
2024-01-16 2024-01-17 2024-01-31 Quarterly 0.455 0% 0.23%
2023-10-16 2023-10-17 2023-10-31 Quarterly 0.455 4.6% 0.31%
2023-07-14 2023-07-17 2023-07-31 Quarterly 0.435 0% 0.22%
2023-04-13 2023-04-14 2023-04-28 Quarterly 0.435 0% 0.22%
2023-01-13 2023-01-17 2023-01-31 Quarterly 0.435 0% 0.23%
2022-10-14 2022-10-17 2022-10-31 Quarterly 0.435 4.8% 0.31%
2022-07-14 2022-07-15 2022-07-29 Quarterly 0.415 0% 0.31%
2022-04-13 2022-04-14 2022-04-29 Quarterly 0.415 0% 0.26%
2022-01-13 2022-01-17 2022-01-31 Quarterly 0.415 0% 0.19%
2021-10-14 2021-10-15 2021-10-29 Quarterly 0.415 5.1% 0.18%
2021-07-15 2021-07-16 2021-07-30 Quarterly 0.395 0% 0.17%
2021-04-15 2021-04-16 2021-04-30 Quarterly 0.395 0% 0.16%
2021-01-14 2021-01-15 2021-01-29 Quarterly 0.395 0% N/A
2020-10-15 2020-10-16 2020-10-30 Quarterly 0.395 2.6% N/A
2020-07-16 2020-07-17 2020-07-31 Quarterly 0.385 0% N/A
2020-04-15 2020-04-16 2020-04-30 Quarterly 0.385 0% N/A
2020-01-16 2020-01-17 2020-01-31 Quarterly 0.385 0% N/A
2019-10-16 2019-10-17 2019-10-31 Quarterly 0.385 0% N/A
2019-07-16 2019-07-17 2019-07-31 Quarterly 0.385 4.1% N/A
2019-04-15 2019-04-16 2019-04-30 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2019-01-16 2019-01-17 2019-01-31 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2018-10-16 2018-10-17 2018-10-31 Quarterly 0.37 0% N/A
2018-07-16 2018-07-17 2018-07-31 Quarterly 0.37 4.2% N/A
2018-04-13 2018-04-16 2018-04-30 Quarterly 0.355 0% N/A
2018-01-16 2018-01-17 2018-01-31 Quarterly 0.355 0% N/A
2017-10-16 2017-10-17 2017-10-31 Quarterly 0.355 0% N/A
2017-07-13 2017-07-17 2017-07-31 Quarterly 0.355 2.9% N/A
2017-04-11 2017-04-13 2017-04-28 Quarterly 0.345 0% N/A
2017-01-12 2017-01-17 2017-01-31 Quarterly 0.345 0% N/A
2016-10-13 2016-10-17 2016-10-31 Quarterly 0.345 0% N/A
2016-07-13 2016-07-15 2016-07-29 Quarterly 0.345 7.8% N/A
2016-04-13 2016-04-15 2016-04-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2016-01-13 2016-01-15 2016-01-29 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-10-14 2015-10-16 2015-10-30 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2015-07-15 2015-07-17 2015-07-31 Quarterly 0.32 6.7% N/A
2015-04-14 2015-04-16 2015-04-30 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2015-01-14 2015-01-16 2015-01-30 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2014-10-15 2014-10-17 2014-10-31 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2014-07-15 2014-07-17 2014-07-30 Quarterly 0.3 20% N/A
2014-04-14 2014-04-16 2014-04-30 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2014-01-15 2014-01-17 2014-01-31 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2013-10-15 2013-10-17 2013-10-31 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A

KWR Dividend FAQ

Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR), operating as Quaker Houghton, manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of formulated specialty chemicals and fluid management services for heavy-industrial applications, ranging from metal-removal and cleaning fluids to offshore subsea energy control fluids and specialty greases. Its customer base spans steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, can, mining, and metal-working sectors, and the firm has been in operation since 1918 with headquarters in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

What is the Dividend Yield of KWR?

As of February 2026, KWR`s dividend yield is 1.59%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.99 USD by the current share price of 170.07.

Does KWR pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, KWR paid a dividend of 1.99 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-01-16 and the payout was 0.508 USD.

How often does KWR pay dividends?

KWR pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, KWR has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-01-16.

KWR dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for KWR for the next 4 payments are between 0.497 (-2.2%) and 0.513 (+1.0%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will KWR pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.508 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-01-16. The next Ex-Dividend date for Quaker Chemical (KWR) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for KWR?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Quaker Chemical (KWR) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of KWR?

KWR's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 5.24% per year.
Strong growth: KWR's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of KWR?

KWR's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 0.73%. If you bought KWR's shares at 271.84 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.99 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 0.73% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of KWR?

KWR Payout Consistency is 99.4%. 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: Quaker Chemical has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does KWR have a good Dividend Yield?

KWR`s 1.59% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of KWR?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of KWR is 37.0%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of KWR?

KWR`s Overall Dividend Rating is 62.08%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

KWR Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in KWR's Outstanding Shares?

Quaker Chemical's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 1.4% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -100.0%).

Slightly positive: The company is modestly reducing its share count through buybacks. This provides a small tailwind to earnings per share and dividend sustainability.

Has KWR ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jul 31, 1990 with a ratio of 3:2.

This was a forward split: Each share became 1.5 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
1985 10,411,000
1986 10,119,000 -2.8%
1987 9,904,800 -2.12%
1988 9,669,400 -2.38%
1989 9,481,500 -1.94%
1990 9,337,700 -1.52%
1991 9,000,000 -3.62%
1992 9,097,700 +1.09%
1993 9,473,700 +4.13%
1994 9,189,200 -3%
1995 8,815,800 -4.06%
1996 8,888,900 +0.83%
1997 8,689,700 -2.24%
1998 8,916,700 +2.61%
1999 9,023,000 +1.19%
2000 8,892,700 -1.44%
2001 9,114,000 +2.49%
2002 9,474,000 +3.95%
2003 9,761,000 +3.03%
2004 9,969,000 +2.13%
2005 9,816,000 -1.53%
2006 9,854,000 +0.39%
2007 10,107,000 +2.57%
2008 10,553,000 +4.41%
2009 10,865,800 +2.96%
2010 11,242,000 +3.46%
2011 12,318,200 +9.57%
2012 12,930,500 +4.97%
2013 13,164,500 +1.81%
2014 13,148,100 -0.12%
2015 13,247,700 +0.76%
2016 13,198,600 -0.37%
2017 13,267,700 +0.52%
2018 13,327,500 +0.45%
2019 17,684,100 +32.69%
2020 17,817,000 +0.75%
2021 17,867,800 +0.29%
2022 17,869,500 +0.01%
2023 17,921,100 +0.29%
2024 17,766,000 -0.87%
2025 17,421,100 -1.94%

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: 2026-02-03 04:23