Avery Dennison Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 5/6
Avery Dennison is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 2.31% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 17th June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 3rd June, 2026.
Key information
2.3%
Dividend yield
3.0%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.3% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 2.6% |
| Dividend Growth | 9.2% |
| Next dividend pay date | 17 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 03 Jun 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 42% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
AVY: 2026 Upside Will Hinge On Margin Execution And Buybacks
Avery Dennison's updated analyst price target has shifted from $210 to $205, reflecting a series of recent target trims across firms such as Raymond James, Truist, Citi, UBS and BofA, partly offset by more constructive coverage from Deutsche Bank and earlier target increases from BMO Capital and Citi. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Avery Dennison reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms trimming price targets while others have raised targets or initiated coverage with a constructive stance.AVY: 2026 Outlook Will Rely On Intelligent Labels And Margin Execution
Avery Dennison's analyst price target has edged down by about $2 to $210, as analysts balance slightly softer assumptions for growth, margins, and discount rates with a still constructive view, which is reflected in recent target revisions and a new bullish initiation. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Avery Dennison shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets in both directions.AVY: 2026 Outlook Will Hinge On Rising Intelligent Label Adoption
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Avery Dennison by between $8 and $24, citing updated 2026 packaging volume expectations, ongoing growth in beverage cans, disciplined containerboard supply, and improving sentiment around intelligent labels. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for Avery Dennison, but the tone is mixed, with analysts balancing cautious volume assumptions for 2026 against more constructive views on packaging mix and intelligent labels.AVY: 2026 Outlook Will Rely On Growing Intelligent Label Adoption
Avery Dennison's updated analyst price target reflects a modest recalibration in valuation, with analysts citing revised 2026 packaging volume expectations, disciplined containerboard supply, and improving sentiment around intelligent labels as key drivers behind the new $211.90 fair value anchor. Analyst Commentary Recent price target moves for Avery Dennison cluster around a common theme, with analysts fine tuning their views on packaging volumes, containerboard pricing and intelligent labels as they update 2026 outlooks.Avery Dennison's Performance Is Solid, But Shares Are Too Pricey For My Liking
Feb 26AVY: Fair 2026 Outlook Balances Intelligent Labels Promise And Packaging Volume Risks
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Avery Dennison by up to $24, reflecting updated views on 2026 packaging volumes, intelligent labels demand, and pricing power across key end markets. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Avery Dennison centers on updated 2026 assumptions for packaging volumes, intelligent labels adoption, and pricing, which is feeding directly into refreshed valuation work and higher price targets across several firms.AVY: Higher Street Confidence Meets Cautious View On 2026 Packaging Volumes
Avery Dennison's updated analyst price target has edged higher by about US$5 to US$211.90 as analysts factor in revised fair value estimates, a slightly higher discount rate, more conservative revenue and margin assumptions, and a modestly higher future P/E that reflects recent target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for Avery Dennison, but the tone of the commentary is mixed, with bullish analysts focusing on long term growth drivers and more cautious voices flagging near term volume and macro risks.AVY: Intelligent Labels And Mixed Packaging Volumes Shape A Balanced Outlook
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their blended price targets for Avery Dennison into a roughly US$188 to US$234 range, citing updated 2026 sector outlooks, expectations for steady packaging volumes, and improving sentiment around intelligent labels and broader macro conditions for the company’s core businesses. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Avery Dennison clusters around a higher valuation range, with price targets cited between roughly US$188 and US$234 and ratings that span from Neutral to Buy.AVY: Intelligent Labels And Buybacks Will Support A More Constructive Outlook
Avery Dennison's fair value estimate has been lifted by about $4 to $206.80 as analysts factor in higher Street price targets and an outlook that acknowledges a challenging 2026 volume setup in packaging while also pointing to ongoing strength in beverage cans, disciplined containerboard pricing and improving sentiment around intelligent labels. Analyst Commentary Street research around Avery Dennison centers on how the company can execute through a tougher 2026 volume setup while still justifying higher valuation targets.Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY)?
Dec 28
AVY: Recent Upgrade And Buybacks Will Support Balanced Risk Reward Profile
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Avery Dennison to $200.00. This reflects slightly improved long term growth and profitability assumptions that support a more constructive view on the shares.AVY: Recent Upgrade And Share Buyback Are Expected To Lift Shares
Analysts have raised their price target for Avery Dennison to $202.36 from $200, citing the company's slightly improved financial outlook and recent favorable research upgrades. Analyst Commentary Following recent research activity and an improved financial outlook, analysts offer both positive and cautious perspectives on Avery Dennison’s prospects.AVY: Demand Momentum And Recent Buyback Will Drive Shares Higher
Analysts have raised the price target for Avery Dennison to $202.36 from $200, citing stronger expectations for future earnings and the company's recent upgrade to a Buy rating. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports have highlighted both the strengths and risks facing Avery Dennison as it moves into its next growth phase.AVY: Rising Confidence In Execution Will Drive Fresh Food RFID Expansion
Analysts have raised their price target for Avery Dennison by approximately $12.70 to $202.36, citing stronger forecasts for revenue growth and recent positive upgrades in their outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates for Avery Dennison reflect both optimism about the company's near-term prospects and caution regarding potential headwinds that may impact its growth and valuation.RFID And Sustainable Trends Will Expand Global Labeling Markets
Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Avery Dennison from $191.33 to $189.67. This change reflects modest adjustments in forecasted revenue growth and valuation multiples.RFID And Sustainable Trends Will Expand Global Labeling Markets
Analysts have slightly lowered their fair value estimate for Avery Dennison from $195.25 to $191.33 per share. They attribute the adjustment to tempered sector expectations and modest changes in revenue growth and profitability assumptions.Is Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY) Trading At A 45% Discount?
Sep 07When Should You Buy Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY)?
Jul 16Investor Optimism Abounds Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY) But Growth Is Lacking
Jun 13Avery Dennison Corporation's (NYSE:AVY) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 77% Above Its Share Price
May 14Why I'm Maintaining My Buy Rating On Avery Dennison
Apr 17Avery Dennison: Labeling A Better Future
Jan 03Avery Dennison Poised For Gains As Inventory Destocking Fades
Sep 26Upcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: AVY's dividends per share have been stable in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: AVY's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Avery Dennison Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (AVY) | 2.3% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Packaging) | 3.5% |
| Analyst forecast (AVY) (up to 3 years) | 2.6% |
Notable Dividend: AVY's dividend (2.31%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.4%).
High Dividend: AVY's dividend (2.31%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.22%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (42.2%), AVY's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (34.4%), AVY's dividend payments are well 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 | 2026/05/03 08:17 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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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| 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
Avery Dennison Corporation is covered by 22 analysts. 11 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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| null null | Argus Research Company |
| Ghansham Panjabi | Baird |
| Michael Leithead | Barclays |