Tyson Foods Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 4/6
Tyson Foods is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 3.55%. Last payment was on 15th June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 1st June, 2026.
Key information
3.6%
Dividend yield
1.3%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 4.8% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 3.7% |
| Dividend Growth | 11.0% |
| Next dividend pay date | 15 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 01 Jun 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 159% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Jun 08
Tyson Foods: Beef Remains A Drag, But The Long-Term Thesis Is Intact
Summary Tyson Foods remains a Buy, supported by strong financials, a strategic pivot toward value-added products, and robust long-term tailwinds. TSN posted a solid Q2, beating sales and EPS consensus, boosting FY26 FCF guidance to $1.2–$1.8 billion, and reducing total debt by $747 million. Despite near-term risks from macro pressures, commodity volatility, and CEO transition, TSN's balance sheet and dividend yield (~3.47%) remain attractive and well-covered. Valuation analysis yields an intrinsic value above the current price, reinforcing the Buy rating amid ongoing operational and market risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 02
TSN: Protein Portfolio, Beef Headwinds And Cultured Investments Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target on Tyson Foods stock by $23 to $81. They pointed to expectations for earnings supported by the company's diversified protein portfolio, margin expansion, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple of 9.45x, alongside a modestly higher discount rate and updated revenue growth and profit margin assumptions.Analysis Article • May 11
Some Investors May Be Willing To Look Past Tyson Foods' (NYSE:TSN) Soft Earnings
Tyson Foods, Inc.'s ( NYSE:TSN ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price...
Narrative Update • May 01
TSN: Regulatory Scrutiny And Protein Margins Will Shape Future Earnings Profile
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Tyson Foods by about $0.54 to roughly $68.54, citing updated assumptions on growth, margins and valuation, even as recent research includes a mix of upgrades, initiations and target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Tyson Foods has been active, with several firms updating ratings and targets in both directions.
Narrative Update • Apr 16
TSN: Beef Margin Recovery And Sales Momentum Will Support Future Earnings Power
Narrative Update on Tyson Foods The analyst price target for Tyson Foods remains unchanged, with analysts pointing to sales momentum, recent upgrades and initiations, and updated views on future profitability and P/E assumptions as key drivers behind the refreshed outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Tyson Foods reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several bullish analysts updating ratings and price targets, while others remain more skeptical.Narrative Update • Apr 02
TSN: Beef Margin Recovery And Cost Discipline Will Support Future Earnings Power
Tyson Foods' analyst price target has shifted modestly higher to $78.00. This reflects updated views on fair value and P/E assumptions as analysts balance recent bullish initiations with some lower targets and mixed expectations for revenue growth and profit margins.Narrative Update • Mar 18
TSN: Beef Margin Recovery And Breakup Legislation Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Tyson Foods to $58 from $60, aligning it with a new $58 price target that reflects updated views on slightly stronger revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a lower assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Tyson Foods has been mixed, with some firms increasing price targets while others adopt a more guarded tone.Narrative Update • Mar 04
TSN: Beef Margin Recovery And Regulatory Breakup Risks Will Shape Returns
Analysts have increased their price targets on Tyson Foods by $3 to $9, citing expectations for steadier beef margins alongside solid chicken and pork fundamentals. They believe these factors support a slightly higher revenue growth outlook, firmer profit margins, and a modestly lower future P/E in updated models.Narrative Update • Feb 18
TSN: Beef Capacity Shifts And Margin Recovery Prospects Will Shape Returns
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Tyson Foods shares from $55.00 to $60.00, citing a higher assumed future P/E multiple, along with updated views on beef margin recovery and steady chicken and pork fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Tyson Foods has centered on how quickly earnings could reflect potential improvements in beef margins, alongside steadier chicken and pork operations.Narrative Update • Feb 04
TSN: Beef Capacity Cuts And Protein Margins Will Shape Future Earnings Profile
Analysts have raised their average fair value estimate for Tyson Foods from $64.17 to $69.08 per share, citing research that highlights improved profit margin expectations, a slightly updated P/E framework, and more constructive views on beef, chicken, and pork fundamentals as key factors supporting the higher target. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Tyson Foods shows several firms lifting their price targets and, in at least one case, upgrading the rating while pointing to changing conditions across beef, chicken, and pork.Narrative Update • Jan 21
TSN: Beef Capacity Cuts And Steady Chicken And Pork Will Support Earnings
Analysts recently lifted their price target on Tyson Foods by US$7 to US$67, citing expectations that improving U.S. beef margins, along with solid chicken and pork fundamentals, could support stronger earnings than current market pricing implies. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are pointing to a clearer earnings setup for Tyson Foods at current levels, supported by industry trends in beef and stable conditions in chicken and pork.Narrative Update • Jan 06
TSN: Beef Plant Closures And Tariff Cuts Will Support Future Margin Recovery
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Tyson Foods slightly higher to about US$77.42 from about US$77.18. This change reflects small updates to revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate assumptions and the future P/E multiple used in their models.Narrative Update • Dec 15
TSN: Beef Network Restructuring Will Support Margin Recovery And Future Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly trimmed their price target on Tyson Foods by about $1 to roughly $77, citing slightly higher discount rate assumptions and a more cautious profit margin outlook, even as they acknowledge somewhat stronger revenue growth prospects. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that, despite a Neutral rating from some coverage initiations, sentiment toward Tyson Foods is stabilizing as the company demonstrates improved pricing power and disciplined cost control.Narrative Update • Nov 12
TSN: Resilient Margins And Clean Label Moves Will Support Moderate Upside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Tyson Foods from $61.75 to approximately $62.67 per share. They cite resilient profit margins and a constructive outlook for the protein industry, despite ongoing sector headwinds.Narrative Update • Oct 28
Earnings Stabilization And Industry Tailwinds Will Shape Medium-Term Prospects
Analysts have slightly lowered their fair value estimate for Tyson Foods from $62.42 to $61.75 per share. They cite ongoing pressure on profit margins and tempered expectations for revenue growth in the food production sector.Narrative Update • Oct 14
Rising Global Protein Demand Will Deliver Long-Term Stability
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Tyson Foods by approximately $0.67. They cite ongoing pressures in the protein supply chain and mixed sector outlooks based on recent industry research.Analysis Article • Jun 23
Is Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) A Risky Investment?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Seeking Alpha • Apr 08
Tyson Foods: A Steady Base With Work Ahead
Summary Tyson Foods is a leading producer of protein-based foods with well-known brands like Tyson, Jimmy Dean, and Ball Park hot dogs. The company operates in five segments: Chicken, Beef, Pork, Prepared Foods, and International/Other, employing nearly 140,000 people globally. Despite its size, Tyson has struggled, achieving an average annual CAGR of just 7% since April 2015. The company offers a current dividend yield above 3%, but the dividend growth has slowed over the past half decade. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Feb 09
Operational Excellence Will Improve Margins In Chicken And Prepared Foods Segments
Anticipated growth in Chicken and Prepared Foods, driven by operational improvements, innovation, and consumer demand, is expected to enhance revenues and margins.Seeking Alpha • Feb 03
Tyson Foods: Still A Trader's Stock, Time To Buy
Summary Tyson Foods, Inc. stock is recommended for tactical trading, with buy levels at $54-$57 and profit-taking in the low-$60s. Despite challenges like avian flu and GLP-1s, Tyson's protein products remain essential, especially for those on exercise paths. Operational results show mixed performance, with improvements in chicken and pork segments but ongoing challenges in beef and prepared foods. Fiscal 2025 EPS is projected at $3.40-$3.70, making TSN stock attractive at 16.3X earnings, with an expected 15% growth from fiscal 2024. A solid trade emerges. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 13
Tyson Foods Farms Free Cash Despite Cyclical Downturn
Summary Tyson Foods faces margin contraction due to pork and beef market downturns but generated $1.5 billion in free cash flow and increased its dividend by 2%. Prepared foods and chicken segments show resilience, with expected growth in operating income and margins, driven by value-added products and stable input costs. Pork and beef segments remain pressured by commodity prices and market conditions, but Tyson is positioned for recovery once the upcycle begins. Tyson's strong financials, including a safe dividend yield and manageable debt levels, make it a reliable consumer staples investment for dividend income. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaStability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: TSN's dividends per share have been stable in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: TSN's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Tyson Foods Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (TSN) | 3.6% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.1% |
| Industry Average (Food) | 4.4% |
| Analyst forecast (TSN) (up to 3 years) | 3.7% |
Notable Dividend: TSN's dividend (3.55%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.38%).
High Dividend: TSN's dividend (3.55%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.14%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its high payout ratio (158.7%), TSN's dividend payments are not well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonable cash payout ratio (58.5%), TSN's dividend payments are covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/15 13:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/27 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Tyson Foods, Inc. is covered by 28 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Staszak | Argus Research Company |
| Benjamin Theurer | Barclays |
| Farooq Hamed | Barclays |