Oil-Dri Marks 22 Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth with a 16% Increase  

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Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) announced a 16% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it to $0.18 per share for Common Stock and $0.135 for Class B Stock. This marks the company's 22nd consecutive year of dividend growth, with an unbroken record of dividend payments since 1974. The increased dividend will be payable on August 22, 2025, to stockholders of record as of August 8, 2025. President and CEO Daniel S. Jaffee emphasized that this increase reflects the company's strong financial position and confidence in its future, particularly following a recent stock split. The company also announced its upcoming third quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release scheduled for June 5, 2025, with a webcast discussion planned for June 6.

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• 22nd consecutive year of dividend growth demonstrates consistent financial strength
• Significant 16% increase in quarterly dividend shows strong cash flow position
• Uninterrupted dividend payments since 1974 indicates long-term financial stability
• Recent stock split and dividend increase reflect company's growth momentum

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• None.

CHICAGO, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) today declared a two and a half-cent increase in the Company’s quarterly cash dividend per share of Common Stock, marking the 22^nd consecutive year of dividend growth. The approved dividends will be $0.18 per share of the Company’s Common Stock and $0.135 per share of the Company’s Class B Stock, an approximate 16% increase for both classes of stock.

Oil-Dri has paid cash dividends continuously each year since 1974, demonstrating the Company’s sustained fiscal strength and disciplined capital management over time.

“This significant increase in our dividend reflects both our strong financial position and confidence in the Company’s future.” said Daniel S. Jaffee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oil-Dri. “Coming on the heels of our stock split, this action also underscores our ongoing commitment to delivering meaningful long-term value to our stockholders. As we move forward, we remain focused on balancing steady growth with prudent capital allocation.”

The cash dividends will be payable on August 22, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 8, 2025.

The Company’s press release outlining its performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 will be issued after the close of the U.S. stock market on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Oil-Dri will host an earnings discussion via a live webcast on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. Participation details will be posted on the Company’s website’s Events page approximately one week prior to the call.

About Oil-Dri Corporation of America
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (“Oil-Dri”) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for the pet care, animal health and nutrition, fluids purification, agricultural ingredients, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri is vertically integrated which enables the Company to efficiently oversee every step of the process from research and development to supply chain to marketing and sales. With over 80 years of experience, the Company continues to fulfill its mission to Create Value from Sorbent Minerals. To learn more about the Company, please visit oildri.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
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Contact:
Leslie A. Garber
Director of Investor Relations
Oil-Dri Corporation of America
InvestorRelations@oildri.com
(312) 321-1515

FAQ

What is the new dividend amount for Oil-Dri Corporation (ODC) stock?

The new quarterly dividend is $0.18 per share for Common Stock and $0.135 per share for Class B Stock, representing a 16% increase for both classes.

When will Oil-Dri Corporation (ODC) pay its next dividend?

The dividend will be paid on August 22, 2025, to stockholders of record as of August 8, 2025.

How long has Oil-Dri Corporation (ODC) been paying dividends?

Oil-Dri has been paying cash dividends continuously since 1974, with 22 consecutive years of dividend growth.

When will Oil-Dri (ODC) release its Q3 2025 earnings?

Oil-Dri will release its third quarter fiscal 2025 earnings after market close on Thursday, June 5, 2025, with a webcast discussion on June 6.

What is significant about Oil-Dri's (ODC) latest dividend increase?

The 16% dividend increase marks Oil-Dri's 22nd consecutive year of dividend growth, demonstrating strong financial position and confidence in future growth.