Compass Minerals International, Inc. (CMP)
Compass Minerals International, Inc. (CMP) is a natural minerals company that specializes in the production and marketing of essential minerals such as salt, sulfate of potash, and magnesium chloride. The company primarily supplies these products for industrial, agricultural, de-icing, and consumer applications, operating through various mining and processing facilities. Founded in 2001, Compass Minerals has a focus on sustainable operations and serving diverse markets across North America and internationally.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2024 | $0.15 | 2024-03-08 | 2024-03-11 |
| December 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 2023-12-08 | 2023-12-11 |
| September 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 2023-09-08 | 2023-09-11 |
| June 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 2023-06-08 | 2023-06-09 |
| March 20, 2023 | $0.15 | 2023-03-09 | 2023-03-10 |
Dividends Summary
- Compass Minerals International, Inc. has issued 81 dividend payments over the past 20 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 549 days ago, on March 20, 2024
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $0.72 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.47 per share.
Company News
Compass Minerals announced a proposed settlement for derivative actions, involving corporate governance reforms and potential attorneys' fees, subject to U.S. District Court approval on October 14, 2025.
Compass Minerals International reported a mixed Q1 2025 with an adjusted loss of $0.55 per share, missing analysts' expectations. However, the company saw a significant reduction in net cash used in operating activities, reflecting operational progress. The salt segment faced weather-related challenges and inventory management issues, while the plant nutrition segment saw revenue growth.
Compass Minerals reported preliminary Q3 revenue above estimates, driven by strong performance in the Salt segment. The company also revised its FY24 revenue outlook and is actively engaged with auditors to correct historical accounting errors.
The headline numbers for Compass (CMP) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2024, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.