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CATO Dividend Calculator 2026
No dividendConsumer CyclicalThe Cato Corporation · NYSE
Price: $2.33 · Annual div: None · Frequency: — · Payout ratio: N/A · Ex-div: —
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CATO pays a very low or no dividend (Yield: 0.00%). This calculator is designed for income-producing assets. If your goal is passive income and compounding, you might want to look at these popular alternatives:
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CATO Dividend Yield
The Cato Corporation (CATO) does not currently pay a regular dividend in our data, so its dividend yield is 0%.
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About The Cato Corporation (CATO) — Dividend Analysis 2026
The Cato Corporation, encompassing its subsidiary entities, operates as a specialized vendor of fashionable clothing and accompanying accessories, with its primary market centered in the southeastern region of the United States. Its business model is structured into two principal divisions: retail sales and financial credit services. Through its network of brick-and-mortar stores and digital storefronts, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of apparel and adornments. This collection spans formal, professional, and everyday casual wear, along with dresses, outerwear, footwear, intimate apparel, imitation jewelry, and handbags. Additionally, it features specific product lines catering to male customers, children, and infants. These retail establishments and online platforms operate under several distinct brand identities, including Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona. By January 29, 2022, the corporation managed 1,311 outlets distributed across 32 states. Beyond its merchandising activities, Cato Corporation extends credit card facilities to its clientele and offers layaway plans for those wishing to make scheduled installments. The firm was established in 1946 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
CATO Dividend & DRIP — Frequently Asked Questions
Does CATO pay a dividend?
No. The Cato Corporation (CATO) has not paid a regular dividend in the last 12 months in our data, so its dividend yield is 0% and it produces no dividend income.
How can I get dividend income instead of CATO?
Dividend ETFs such as SCHD, VYM or JEPI pay regular income. Open their DRIP calculators to see what $10,000 would earn per month and how reinvesting grows it.
Does CATO have a DRIP (dividend reinvestment plan)?
A DRIP reinvests dividends into new shares. CATO has no regular dividend in our data, so there is nothing to reinvest.
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🌍 CATO Yield by Country & Account Type
Real after-tax yield depends on where you live and how you hold CATO.
| Account/Country | Tax Rate | After-tax Yield | Real Yield | $10K Annual Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 Roth IRA / 401k | 0% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) ✓ | 15% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (20%) | 20% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK ISA | 0% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK Taxable | 8.75% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 TFSA | 0% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 CA Taxable | 25% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 Super (pension) | 15% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 AU Taxable | 30% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇩🇪 DE Taxable | 26.375% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
| 🇫🇷 FR Taxable | 30% | 0.00% | -2.80% | $0 / yr |
Real yield = after-tax yield minus US CPI of 2.8%. 12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators). Click any row to select. US withholding tax (30%, reducible by treaty) applies to non-US residents holding US stocks in taxable accounts.
🎯 CATO Income Goal & Break-Even
12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators).
No dividend data available for this ticker.
Based on current dividend of $0.00/share/yr · 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) · static projection (no growth assumed).
📅 CATO Dividend Payment Schedule
CATO pays quarterly — 4 times per year. Ex-div: —.
📊 CATO vs S&P 500 Average Benchmarks
How CATO compares to typical S&P 500 Average averages. (Sector "Consumer Cyclical" not matched — using S&P 500 average)
Benchmarks: S&P 500 sector averages (2024–2026). Sources: Morningstar, Bloomberg, NAREIT. 5Y CAGR for CATO sourced from FMP /financial-growth endpoint — real data, not estimates.
🏛️ CATO Insider Activity
When executives buy their own stock, it's a signal they believe in the dividend's sustainability.
| Insider | Title | Type | Date | Shares | Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2025-06-01 | 2,000 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2024-06-01 | 4,298 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2024-06-01 | 4,298 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2024-06-01 | 4,298 | — | — | ||
| A-Award | 2024-06-01 | 4,298 | — | — |
Insider transactions sourced from SEC Form 4 filings via Financial Modeling Prep. See disclaimer.
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Financial Health Scores
Altman Z-Score predicts bankruptcy risk. Piotroski F-Score measures financial strength across 9 criteria. High scores → lower dividend cut risk. Data via FMP financial statements.
Dividend yields, payout ratios, and financial metrics are sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and cross-referenced with SEC EDGAR filings. Data is cached and updated every 24 hours via our nightly refresh. DRIP projections are forward-looking estimates, not guarantees.
Educational purposes only. Not financial advice. DividendFlow is not a registered investment advisor. Projections generated by the CATO dividend calculator are estimates based on historical data and user inputs. Actual future returns, stock prices, and dividend payments will vary. Dividends can be cut or suspended at any time. All investments carry risk, including the loss of principal. Please consult a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions. Full disclaimer →
The Cato Corporation (CATO) is currently trading at $2.33, trading near its 52-week low. It does not currently pay a regular dividend.
Does CATO Pay a Dividend? The Cato Corporation Dividend Status
The Cato Corporation (CATO) is a consumer cyclical stock trading at $2.33. It does not currently pay a regular dividend in our data, so it produces no dividend income and DRIP reinvestment does not apply. Investors seeking income often look at dividend ETFs such as SCHD, VYM or JEPI instead.
- Without a dividend, returns depend entirely on the share price.
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