RGR Raises Quarterly Dividend 90.91% to $0.21 Per Share

RGR (Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.) has announced a quarterly dividend increase of 90.91%, raising the payout from $0.11 to $0.21 per share. The new dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of the ex-dividend date, which is set for August 14, 2026. This marks a significant boost for income-focused investors tracking the company's distribution.

The numbers

The new quarterly rate of $0.21 per share translates to an annualized dividend of $0.84 per share, based on the current quarterly schedule. At the current stock price of $37.67, this implies a forward yield of approximately 2.23%, up from the trailing twelve-month (TTM) yield of 1.17% (TTM dividend per share: $0.44). The company's recent payment history shows fluctuating payouts: $0.18 (May 2025), $0.16 (Aug 2025), $0.04 (Nov 2025), $0.08 (Mar 2026), $0.11 (May 2026), and now $0.21 (Aug 2026). Despite this raise, the 5-year dividend CAGR stands at -37.5%, and the company has not recorded consecutive years of dividend increases, reflecting a volatile payout pattern.

What it means for income investors

For investors holding 100 shares of RGR, the new quarterly dividend would generate $21 per quarter, or $84 annually, up from $44 per year based on the previous TTM payout. This increase provides a higher income stream, but the company's inconsistent dividend history suggests that sustainability should be monitored. The ex-dividend date of August 14, 2026, is crucial for investors to be eligible for the upcoming payment.

Reporting based on: DividendSmart market data. Figures verified against market data where available.