Greif, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

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Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B) declared quarterly cash dividends: $0.56 per share for Class A and $0.84 per share for Class B. Dividends are payable on April 1, 2026 to holders of record at the close of business on March 16, 2026.

This provides a concrete cash return timetable for shareholders and specifies record and payment dates.

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• Dividend declared: $0.56 per Class A share
• Dividend declared: $0.84 per Class B share
• Payment date set for April 1, 2026 with record date March 16, 2026

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DELAWARE, Ohio, Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greif, Inc. (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, announced today that its Board of Directors has declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.56 per share on its Class A Common Stock, and $0.84 per share on its Class B Common Stock.

Dividends are payable on April 1, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 16, 2026.

About Greif

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company’s Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Contact:

Bill D’Onofrio
614-499-7233
bill.donofrio@greif.com 

FAQ

What dividend did Greif (GEF) declare on February 23, 2026?

Greif declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.56 for Class A and $0.84 for Class B. According to the company, both dividends are payable April 1, 2026 to holders of record at close of business March 16, 2026.

When will Greif (GEF) dividend payments be made and who is eligible?

Dividend payments will be made on April 1, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 16, 2026. According to the company, eligibility is determined by the close of business on the March 16 record date.

How much will Greif (GEF.B) Class B shareholders receive in the February 2026 dividend?

Class B shareholders will receive $0.84 per share as the quarterly cash dividend. According to the company, the dividend is payable April 1, 2026 to record holders on March 16, 2026.

Does the Greif (GEF) dividend announcement include the record date and payment date?

Yes. The record date is March 16, 2026 and the payment date is April 1, 2026. According to the company, dividends are payable to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 16.

Will Greif (GEF) Class A shareholders receive the same dividend as Class B in Feb 2026?

No. Class A shareholders will receive $0.56 per share while Class B shareholders receive $0.84 per share. According to the company, both amounts are payable April 1, 2026 to record holders on March 16.

How should investors record the Greif (GEF) dividend for April 2026?

Investors eligible for the dividend must be holders of record by March 16, 2026 to receive the April 1 payment. According to the company, eligibility is tied to ownership at the close of business on March 16.