Nathan's Famous Inc
NATHNathan's Famous Inc. is a well-known American fast-food restaurant chain renowned for its hot dogs, particularly its original Coney Island-style hot dogs. Founded in 1916 in Brooklyn, New York, it has expanded to operate numerous locations across the United States and internationally. The company is also famous for its annual hot dog eating contest and maintains a legacy rooted in its historic boardwalk stand. Nathan’s offers a menu that includes various hot dog styles, burgers, fries, and traditional American fare.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2025 | $2.50 | 2025-11-24 | 2025-11-24 |
| December 5, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-11-24 | 2025-11-24 |
| September 5, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-08-25 | 2025-08-25 |
| July 1, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-06-23 | 2025-06-23 |
| February 28, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-02-18 | 2025-02-18 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Nathan's Famous Inc has rewarded shareholders with 34 dividend payments over the past 10 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held NATH shares during this period received a total of $45.15 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $2.50/share was paid 49 days ago, on December 5, 2025.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2015, the dividend payout has decreased by 90.0%, from $25.00 to $2.50.
- Dividend Reliability: NATH has maintained or increased its dividend for 32 consecutive payments.
Company News
The Schall Law Firm is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by Nathan's Famous directors and management following the company's announcement of acquisition by Smithfield Foods for $102 per share on January 21, 2026. Investors are encouraged to contact the firm to discuss their rights.
Smithfield Foods announced an all-cash acquisition of Nathan's Famous for $450 million ($102 per share), eliminating expiration risk from their 2014 licensing agreement set to expire in 2032. The deal is expected to close in H1 2026 and deliver approximately $9 million in annual cost savings by year two, while being immediately accretive to adjus...
Law firm Brodsky & Smith announced investigations into four merger agreements, examining whether company boards breached fiduciary duties by failing to conduct fair processes and provide fair value to shareholders. The investigations involve Nathan's Famous (acquired by Smithfield Foods for $102/share), Lisata Therapeutics (acquired by Kuva Labs ...
Smithfield Foods announced it will acquire Nathan's Famous for $102.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $450 million. The acquisition secures Smithfield's rights to the iconic Nathan's Famous brand into perpetuity and is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings. Smithfield anticipates achieving approximately $9...
Millions of Americans celebrated Independence Day with parades, fireworks, and barbecues, taking a break from the country's political divisions. The annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest and Macy's fireworks display in New York were among the highlights.
