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HRL Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with HRL's current 5.33% yield and 3.4% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 5.33%

Annual Dividend: $1.17 per share

Share Price: $21.91

Payout Ratio: 187.0% (based on depressed trailing earnings — see FAQ below)

HRL DRIP Calculator

Model HRL dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 3.4% per year

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HRL's current dividend yield?

HRL (Hormel Foods Corporation) currently has a dividend yield of 5.33%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $533 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much HRL do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from HRL at its current yield of 5.33%, you would need approximately $225,141 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does HRL pay monthly dividends?

No, HRL pays dividends quarterly (4 times per year). You can build monthly income by combining it with other stocks that pay in different months.

Is HRL's dividend safe?

HRL's 187% payout ratio is based on trailing earnings, which appear unusually depressed relative to the company's historical profitability. A single year of earnings can produce an unusually high payout ratio that may not reflect the dividend's long-term sustainability. For established dividend payers, free cash flow coverage and forward earnings estimates are often more meaningful indicators of dividend safety than a single year of trailing EPS.

What is HRL's dividend growth rate?

HRL's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 3.4% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

See full dividend history and analysis on the HRL dividend page.