SAR — Saratoga Investment Corp.
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | SAR | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 13.65% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 16.89% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 124.0% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 20 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +3.3% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
35.29%
3-Year Growth
2.09%
5-Year Growth
16.89%
10-Year Growth
3.21%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 7, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 23, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Mar 3, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 19, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 7, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 3, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 4, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jan 6, 2026 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 4, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 7, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 4, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 6, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 5, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| May 6, 2025 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2025 | $0.2500 | -66.22% |
| Mar 6, 2025 | $0.7400 | -32.11% |
| Dec 4, 2024 | $1.0900 | +47.30% |
| Sep 11, 2024 | $0.7400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 13, 2024 | $0.7400 | +1.37% |
| Mar 12, 2024 | $0.7300 | +1.39% |
| Dec 8, 2023 | $0.7200 | +1.41% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
124.0%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
210.9%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $0.91 | $32.29M |
| Q2 2026 | $0.84 | $3.04M |
| Q3 2026 | $0.74 | $7.50M |
| Q1 2025 | $0.48 | $52.15M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Saratoga Investment Corp. pay a dividend?
Yes, Saratoga Investment Corp. (SAR) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 13.65%.
What is SAR's dividend yield?
SAR's current dividend yield is 13.65%. The annual dividend is $3.00.
When is SAR's next ex-dividend date?
SAR's next ex-dividend date is Apr 7, 2026.
How many years has Saratoga Investment Corp. increased its dividend?
Saratoga Investment Corp. has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.