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Spectra Systems CorporationSpectra Systems Corporation, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, specializes in the innovation, development, and global distribution of integrated optical systems. The company, which was formerly known as Spectra Science Corporation until its rebranding in June 2001, manages its operations through three distinct divisions: Authentication Systems, Secure Transactions, and Banknote Cleaning. Its Authentication Systems segment delivers comprehensive solutions, including a blend of unique taggant materials and sophisticated sensor technology, vital for the verification of banknotes used by central banks, and contributes to passport security for G7 nations. This division also provides authentication tools for brand-name products. Furthermore, it produces advanced optical materials crucial for security and quality assurance, such as fluorescent, phosphorescent, invisible pigments and dyes, and gasochromic response materials, alongside offering custom material and hardware solutions. The Banknote Cleaning segment provides cutting-edge systems that employ a dry process utilizing supercritical CO2 to hygienically remove substances like sebum from banknotes, ensuring their cleanliness and disinfection. Under its Secure Transactions umbrella, the company supplies internal control systems designed to meticulously verify the accuracy of transactions for lottery and gaming operators. Additionally, Spectra Systems develops a variety of software and hardware products. These include high-speed currency authentication sensors, quality control equipment for the manufacturing and printing of both paper and polymer banknotes, and specialized machinery for security printers and hologram producers.
Key Metrics
Current Yield
6.38%
The annual dividend as a percentage of the share price. A 3% yield is about $3 of dividends a year for every $100 invested at today's price.Annualized Dividend
$0.1360
The most recent payment scaled to a full year by how often it's paid. A $0.25 quarterly dividend annualizes to $1.00.Frequency
A Annual
How often the dividend is paid: Q = quarterly (4x a year), M = monthly, S = semi-annual, A = annual.Rank Score
45.1
Our 0-100 house score blending yield, payout safety, growth and momentum. Higher means a more attractive dividend profile by our model — an opinion, not advice.RSI (14)
64
Relative Strength Index (0-100), a price-momentum gauge. Above 70 is often called 'overbought', below 30 'oversold'. A technical signal, not a dividend metric.52-Week Range
$2.03 – $2.20
The lowest and highest price over the past year — shows where today's price sits in its recent range.Payout Ratio
65.66%
The share of earnings paid out as dividends. Lower leaves more cushion; above 100% means paying out more than the company earns, which can be a warning sign.Years Paying
9
How many years of payments we have on record. This can understate very long histories where our data doesn't reach far enough back.S.A.F.E. Dividend Read
Quote & Key Data
Dividend Growth
Adjusted Price History
Dividend History
Dividend Payment History
Ex-dividend calendar →| Amount | Type | Declared | Ex-Date | Record | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.1360 A | Regular | Mar 30, 2026 | Jul 02, 2026 | Jul 03, 2026 | Jul 17, 2026 |
| $0.1160 A | Regular | Mar 31, 2025 | Jun 13, 2025 | Jun 13, 2025 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| $0.1160 A | Regular | Mar 27, 2024 | Jun 14, 2024 | Jun 14, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 |
| $0.1150 A | Regular | Mar 20, 2023 | Jun 01, 2023 | Jun 02, 2023 | Jun 23, 2023 |
| $0.1100 A | Regular | Mar 21, 2022 | Jun 01, 2022 | Jun 06, 2022 | Jun 24, 2022 |
| $0.0950 A | Regular | Mar 22, 2021 | Jun 03, 2021 | Jun 04, 2021 | Jun 25, 2021 |
| $0.0900 S | Regular | Mar 23, 2020 | Jun 04, 2020 | Jun 05, 2020 | Jun 26, 2020 |
| $0.0700 A | Regular | - | Jun 06, 2019 | Jun 07, 2019 | Jun 28, 2019 |
| $0.0600 A | Regular | - | Jun 07, 2018 | Jun 08, 2018 | Jun 29, 2018 |
| $0.0500 A | Regular | - | Jun 08, 2017 | Jun 09, 2017 | Jun 30, 2017 |