Pilgrims Pride Corporation
PPCPilgrim’s Pride Corporation is a leading poultry food company that produces, processes, and sells chicken and other poultry products. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, the company operates across the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, serving retail, foodservice, and institutional customers. It is known for its integrated supply chain and focus on high-quality poultry products.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 3, 2025 | $2.10 | 2025-08-20 | 2025-08-20 |
| April 17, 2025 | $6.30 | 2025-04-03 | 2025-04-03 |
| May 18, 2016 | $2.75 | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-10 |
| February 17, 2015 | $5.77 | 2015-01-28 | 2015-01-30 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Pilgrims Pride Corporation has rewarded shareholders with 4 dividend payments over the past 10 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held PPC shares during this period received a total of $16.92 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $2.10/share was paid 142 days ago, on September 3, 2025.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2015, the dividend payout has decreased by 63.6%, from $5.77 to $2.10.
Company News
JBS USA has purchased a 186,000 square-foot production facility in Ankeny, Iowa, previously owned by Hy-Vee, with plans to transform it into the largest ready-to-eat bacon and sausage plant in its U.S. portfolio. The facility is expected to be operational by mid-2026 and create approximately 400 jobs.
Several large-cap companies, including Block, Becton Dickinson, and Pilgrim's Pride, experienced significant losses last week due to factors such as worse-than-expected financial results and guidance cuts.
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation announced a special cash dividend of $6.30 per share, totaling approximately $1.5 billion. The company is also outlining plans to strengthen its portfolio, align with key customers, and grow organically in the U.S. market.
The article highlights three stocks with strong growth characteristics and buy rankings: Greenbrier Companies, Pilgrim's Pride, and Pitney Bowes. These companies have seen positive revisions to their earnings estimates and possess attractive valuation metrics.
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation announced that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 financial results on February 12, 2025. The company's executives will review the results on a conference call and webcast on February 13, 2025.
