Amcor plc Recognized for Strong Dividend Performance

Amcor plc (Symbol: AMCR) has been included in the Dividend Channel “S.A.F.E. 25” list, which highlights stocks with above-average DividendRank characteristics. The company boasts a robust 5.6% yield and an impressive record of at least 20 years of dividend growth, as reported in the latest DividendRank report.

Investment Positioning

According to the ETF Finder at ETF Channel, Amcor plc is part of the iShares S&P 1500 Index ETF (ITOT). It also represents a 0.72% stake in the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY), which holds approximately $140,780,268 worth of AMCR shares.

Dividend Characteristics

Amcor’s inclusion in the “S.A.F.E. 25” list is due to its solid dividend characteristics:
S. Solid return—high yield and strong DividendRank metrics;
A. Accelerating payment—consistent increases in dividends;
F. Flawless history—never missed or lowered a dividend;
E. Enduring—over two decades of dividend payments.

Dividend Details

Currently, Amcor pays an annualized dividend of $0.51 per share, distributed quarterly. The most recent dividend ex-date was on May 22, 2025. Below, the long-term dividend history chart for AMCR illustrates its consistent performance, a critical factor highlighted in the DividendRank report.

Industry Context

AMCR operates in the Packaging & Containers sector, alongside companies like International Paper Co (IP) and Smurfit Westrock plc (SW).

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