Compass Minerals International, Inc.
CMPCompass 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
- Consistent Payer: Compass Minerals International, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 81 dividend payments over the past 20 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held CMP shares during this period received a total of $37.82 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.15/share was paid 674 days ago, on March 20, 2024.
- Yield & Schedule: CMP currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.45%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has decreased by 20.0%, from $0.19 to $0.15.
- Dividend Reliability: CMP has maintained or increased its dividend for 10 consecutive payments.
Company News
Compass Minerals has agreed to settle derivative lawsuits alleging that company directors and officers breached fiduciary duties by issuing false statements about magnesium chloride-based fire retardants and overstating U.S. Forest Service contract prospects. The settlement requires adoption of corporate governance reforms and includes $850,000 i...
U.S. stock futures advanced on Monday, with investors anticipating the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision and several key corporate earnings reports. Markets showed mixed performance with communication and technology stocks performing well.
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.
Perimeter Solutions reported Q2 2025 financial results with net sales increasing 28% to $162.6 million, driven by growth in Fire Safety and Specialty Products segments. Despite a net loss of $32.2 million, the company showed strong adjusted earnings and continued strategic execution.
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 p...
