Academy Sports + Outdoors Boosts Quarterly Dividend 15% to $0.15 per Share
Academy Sports + Outdoors Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share for the fiscal quarter ended January 31, 2026, a 15% increase from the prior payment. The dividend, marking the fourth year of consecutive growth, will be payable April 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 20, 2026.
1. Dividend Declaration Details
On March 5, 2026, Academy Sports + Outdoors’ Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share for the quarter ended January 31, 2026. This represents a 15% increase from the prior quarter’s dividend and underscores the company’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
2. Record and Payment Dates
The declared dividend will be payable on April 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 20, 2026. Investors holding shares by the record date will receive the distribution on the payment date.
3. Trend of Dividend Growth
This marks the fourth consecutive year in which Academy has raised its quarterly dividend, reflecting sustained cash flow generation across its network of more than 300 stores in 21 states. The consistent increases highlight the retailer’s stable operating performance and financial health.