Utz Brands, Inc. (UTZ)
Utz Brands, Inc. is a snack food company known for its variety of salty snacks, including potato chips, pretzels, and cheese balls. Founded in 1921, the company has grown into a leading snack brand in the United States, offering products under brands such as Utz, T.G.I. Friday's, and Golden Flake. Utz focuses on producing convenient, high-quality snack foods with a regional and national presence.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2, 2025 | $0.06 | 2025-09-15 | 2025-09-15 |
| July 3, 2025 | $0.06 | 2025-06-16 | 2025-06-16 |
| April 24, 2025 | $0.06 | 2025-04-07 | 2025-04-07 |
| April 24, 2025 | $0.01 | 2025-04-07 | 2025-04-07 |
| January 2, 2025 | $0.06 | 2024-12-16 | 2024-12-16 |
Dividends Summary
- Utz Brands, Inc. has issued 24 dividend payments over the past 5 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 20 days ago, on October 2, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $0.06 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.05 per share.
Company News
Utz Brands reported Q2 2025 earnings with revenue of $366.7 million, slightly exceeding analyst expectations. Despite strong branded snack sales growth, the company faced margin pressures from increased costs and operational investments.
Analysts have diverse outlooks on Utz Brands, with an average 12-month price target of $22.33. The company's financial performance shows challenges, including declining revenue, low profitability, and high debt levels.
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Utz Brands’ subsidiary issued a voluntary recall of 88 cases of potato chips on Thursday due to an undeclared milk contamination.