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Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) Yield on Cost (YOC): 3.33%

The yield on cost (YOC) for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) is 3.33%.

LW Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics

YIELD ON COST (YOC)

3.33%

Yield on Cost for LW

LW now pays $1.50 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:

If you boughtPrice thenYield on cost today
5 years ago(2021-06-16)$81.381.84%
3 years ago(2023-06-16)$114.341.31%
1 year ago(2025-06-17)$53.952.78%
Buying today(at $45.06)$45.063.33%

If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing

Projection: starting from today's 3.33% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical 10.0% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.

Today

3.33%

In 3 years

5.24%

In 5 years

7.09%

In 10 years

15.12%

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$45.06
$1.50
9.98%
15 Years

Starting Yield

3.33%

Ending YOC

13.87%

Year 15 Dividend

$6.25

Cum. Dividends Recd.

$52.33

Yield on Cost Progression Graph
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Year-by-year table outlining compounding dividend returns on your purchase cost basis.
YearProjected Div. / ShareYoY Dividend HikeYield on Cost (YOC)Total Dividends Recd.
Initial$1.503.33%$0.00
Year 1$1.65+9.98%3.66%$1.65
Year 2$1.81+9.98%4.03%$3.46
Year 3$2.00+9.98%4.43%$5.46
Year 4$2.19+9.98%4.87%$7.65
Year 5$2.41+9.98%5.36%$10.07
Year 6$2.65+9.98%5.89%$12.72
Year 7$2.92+9.98%6.48%$15.64
Year 8$3.21+9.98%7.13%$18.85
Year 9$3.53+9.98%7.84%$22.38
Year 10$3.88+9.98%8.62%$26.27
Year 11$4.27+9.98%9.48%$30.54
Year 12$4.70+9.98%10.42%$35.24
Year 13$5.17+9.98%11.47%$40.40
Year 14$5.68+9.98%12.61%$46.08
Year 15$6.25+9.98%13.87%$52.33

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition

Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ

What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
The yield on cost (YOC) for LW stock is 3.33%.

About Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is a prominent global entity specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of enhanced frozen potato items. Its operations are structured across four distinct segments: Global, Foodservice, Retail, and Other. The company's product portfolio encompasses frozen potatoes, various commercial ingredients, and appetizers. These are offered both under its flagship "Lamb Weston" brand and tailored to numerous customer labels. Furthermore, the company leverages its proprietary brands, such as Grown in Idaho and Alexia, alongside other licensed trademarks and private label brands for retailers. Beyond potatoes, Lamb Weston also maintains interests in the vegetable and dairy sectors. Its extensive client base includes both retail and foodservice channels, ranging from major grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, and specialty retailers to diverse businesses, educational institutions, independent and regional chain restaurants, and convenience stores. Established in 1950, the corporation maintains its principal executive offices in Eagle, Idaho.

Eagle, ID
10,700 employees
Consumer Defensive / Packaged Foods
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
CEO
Michael Jared Smith