Dividend history
Empire Company Limited
EMP-A.TO
Recent payments
$0.2430CAD
Ex: Jul 15, 2026
Pay: Jul 31
$0.2200CAD
Ex: Jan 15, 2026
Pay: Jan 30
$0.2200CAD
Ex: Oct 15, 2025
Pay: Oct 31
$0.2200CAD
Ex: Jul 15, 2025
Pay: Jul 31
$0.2000CAD
Ex: Apr 15, 2025
Pay: Apr 30
$0.2000CAD
Ex: Jan 15, 2025
Pay: Jan 31
$0.2000CAD
Ex: Oct 15, 2024
Pay: Oct 31
$0.2000CAD
Ex: Jul 15, 2024
Pay: Jul 31
$0.1830CAD
Ex: Apr 12, 2024
Pay: Apr 30
$0.1830CAD
Ex: Jan 12, 2024
Pay: Jan 31
Empire Company Limited is making a payment in just 4 days.
On July 31, 2026, Empire Company Limited (EMP-A.TO) will pay a dividend of CA$0.243 per share. This follows their regular schedule for quarterly dividends, giving shareholders a reliable return.
Investor takeaway: If you want to benefit from this dividend, make sure you own the stock by the ex-dividend date of July 15, 2026. This payment shows the company's commitment to providing value to its shareholders.
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Empire Company Limited
EMP-A.TO
EMP-A.TO
Empire Company Limited
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$11.28B
P/E
58.3x
Div. yield
1.79%
Div. / share
$0.88
52W high
$57.22
52W low
$43.39
1W change
+2.35%
Beta
0.35
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering EMP-A
Wall Street analysts forecast EMP-A stock price to rise 8.4% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$54.29
+8.4% Upside
Current Price
C$50.10
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on EMP-A's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
27.0%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
22.6%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+33.6%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$56.48
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$52.14 | C$47.51 – C$57.22 |
| 60 trading days | C$54.27 | C$47.58 – C$61.90 |
| 90 trading days | C$56.48 | C$48.08 – C$66.36 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
Upcoming Dividend Payment Details
The upcoming dividend of CA$0.243 is a 10.45% increase from the previous payment of CA$0.22.
Dividend Payment Overview
Empire Company Limited will distribute a dividend of CA$0.243 per share on July 31, 2026. This is part of their quarterly dividend cycle and reflects their dedication to returning value to shareholders. The company has a history of increasing dividends, with three raises in the last 2.8 years.
Key Dates for Shareholders
The ex-dividend date for this payment was July 15, 2026. Shareholders needed to own the stock by this date to receive the upcoming dividend. The record date was also July 15, 2026, confirming who is eligible for this distribution.
Historical Context
Empire Company Limited has a strong history of dividend payments, with 11 recorded over the past few years. The increase from CA$0.22 to CA$0.243 highlights the company's ongoing commitment to enhancing shareholder value through consistent dividend growth.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | EMP-A.TO |
| Amount | CA$0.243 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-07-15 |
| Record | 2026-07-15 |
| Payment | 2026-07-31 |
| Declared | 2026-06-18 |
| Trailing yield | 1.79% |
| Stock page | EMP-A.TO dividend history |
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