Greif, Inc.
GEFGreif, Inc. (GEF) is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services. The company manufactures and supplies a wide range of containers, such as steel, plastic, and fiber drums, as well as intermediate bulk containers (IBCs). With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Greif serves various industries including food & beverage, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Founded in 1877, Greif has a long-standing reputation for providing durable packaging solutions and logistic services worldwide.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | $0.56 | 2025-12-18 | 2025-12-18 |
| October 1, 2025 | $0.56 | 2025-09-16 | 2025-09-16 |
| July 1, 2025 | $0.54 | 2025-06-17 | 2025-06-17 |
| April 1, 2025 | $0.54 | 2025-03-17 | 2025-03-17 |
| January 1, 2025 | $0.54 | 2024-12-16 | 2024-12-16 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Greif, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 89 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held GEF shares during this period received a total of $35.82 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.56/share was paid 22 days ago, on January 1, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: GEF currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.05%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 300.0%, from $0.14 to $0.56.
- Dividend Reliability: GEF has maintained or increased its dividend for 75 consecutive payments.
Company News
Greif, Inc. announced quarterly cash dividends of $0.56 per share for Class A Common Stock and $0.83 per share for Class B Common Stock, payable on January 1, 2026 to stockholders of record on December 18, 2025.
The global rigid intermediate bulk container (IBC) market is expected to expand from $23.34 billion in 2026 to $39.63 billion by 2034, driven by increasing demand in e-commerce, chemical, food and beverage industries, and a focus on sustainable packaging solutions.
Greif, Inc. completed the sale of its timberlands business to Molpus Woodlands Group for approximately $462 million, which is expected to reduce the company's leverage ratio and strengthen its balance sheet.
Greif Inc. has completed the sale of its containerboard business to Packaging Corporation of America, which will help unlock shareholder value, enhance capital efficiency, and accelerate debt reduction.
Greif reported Q3 2025 results with a 2.6% revenue decline but improved earnings and cash flow. The company is pursuing strategic divestitures and restructuring, raising dividends and reducing debt while focusing on higher-margin product segments.
