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Yield 12m 2.42%
Dividends per Share 12m 3.69
Dividend Growth Rate 5y 11.69%
Overall Dividend Rating 66.14%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.00%
Payout Ratio 48.5%
Payout Frequency 12m 3
Payout Consistency 99.1%
Total Return 12m: 8.69%
#23 in Group
Total Return 5y: 147.80%
#18 in Group
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Highest Dividend Yields in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)		 Dividend Yield Yield on Cost
WKL 38,224m 2.42% 6.0%
GLO 651m 8.08% 72.7%
SW 9,487m 13.5% 22.7%
COOR 330m 11.9% 11.9%
Highest Dividend Growth Rate in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)		 Growth Rate Payout Ratio
WKL 38,224m 11.7% 48.5%
EDEN 8,223m 9.46% 54.7%
BRAV 1,814m 9.24% 67.8%
SW 9,487m 33.3% 62.3%

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WKL Dividend History: Last 40 Payments (EUR)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-05-19 2025-06-11 Final 1.5 80.7%
2024-08-27 2024-09-19 Interim 0.83 -39% 0.55%
2024-05-10 2024-06-04 Final 1.36 88.9% 0.93%
2023-08-29 2023-09-21 Interim 0.72 -39% 0.65%
2023-05-12 2023-06-06 Final 1.18 87.3% 1.07%
2022-08-30 2022-09-22 Interim 0.63 -38.8% 0.61%
2022-04-25 2022-05-18 Final 1.03 90.7% 1.1%
2021-08-31 2021-09-23 Interim 0.54 -39.3% 0.55%
2021-04-26 2021-05-19 Final 0.89 89.4% 1.17%
2020-09-01 2020-09-24 Interim 0.47 -40.5% 0.69%
2020-04-27 2020-05-20 Final 0.79 102.6% 1.16%
2019-08-27 2019-09-19 Interim 0.39 -39.1%
2019-04-24 2019-05-16 Final 0.64 88.2%
2018-08-27 2018-09-19 Interim 0.34 -47.7%
2018-04-23 2018-05-17 Final 0.65 225%
2017-08-28 2017-09-19 Interim 0.2 -66.7%
2017-04-24 2017-05-16 Final 0.6 215.8%
2016-08-29 2016-09-14 Interim 0.19 -66.7%
2016-04-25 2016-05-12 Final 0.57 216.7%
2015-09-24 2015-10-12 Interim 0.18 -74.6%
2015-04-24 2015-05-13 Final 0.71 1.4%
2014-04-25 2014-05-13 Final 0.7 1.4%
2013-04-26 2013-05-16 Final 0.69 1.5%
2012-04-27 0.68 1.5%
2011-04-29 0.67 1.5%
2010-04-23 0.66 1.5%
2009-04-23 0.65 1.6%
2008-04-24 0.64 10.3%
2007-04-24 0.58 5.5%
2006-04-28 0.55
2005-04-18 0.55
2004-04-23 0.55
2003-04-22 0.55 3.8%
2002-04-25 0.53 6%
2001-05-08 0.5 8.7%
2000-04-18 0.46 15.2%
1999-04-19 0.3993 17.3%
1998-05-01 0.3403 21%
1997-04-18 0.2813 16%
1996-04-18 0.2426

WKL Dividend FAQ

Does WKL pay dividends?

Yes, as of April 2025, WKL paid a dividend of 3.69 EUR in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-05-19.

What is the Dividend Yield of WKL?

As of April 2025, WKL`s dividend yield is 2.42%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.69 EUR by the current share price of 152.30.

How often does WKL pay dividends?

WKL pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months (TTM), WKL has issued 3 dividend payments.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for WKL?

The next ex-dividend date for Wolters Kluwer (WKL) is 2025-05-19.

What is the Dividend Growth of WKL?

WKL's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 11.7% per year.
Strong growth: Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of WKL?

WKL's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 6.00%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Wolters Kluwer five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (3.69) divided by the purchase price five years ago (61.46):

What is the Payout Consistency of WKL?

WKL Payout Consistency is 99.1%.
Highly consistent: Wolters Kluwer has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments.

Does WKL have a good Dividend Yield?

WKL`s 2.42% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WKL?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WKL is 48.5%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of WKL?

WKL`s Overall Dividend Rating is 66.14%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

WKL Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in WKL`s Outstanding Shares?

Wolters Kluwer`s outstanding shares have decreased by approximately -2.06% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: -100.0%), positively influencing stock price.

Has Wolters Kluwer ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, last Stock Split was on 1999-04-28 with a factor of 4:1. This stock split increased the number of shares and lowered the price per share by a ratio of 4.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1998 277,519,400
1999 277,519,400
2000 280,165,300 +0.95%
2001 291,666,700 +4.11%
2002 290,265,500 -0.48%
2003 309,300,000 +6.56%
2004 310,100,000 +0.26%
2005 316,600,000 +2.1%
2006 321,400,000 +1.52%
2007 304,700,000 -5.2%
2008 288,990,800 -5.16%
2009 293,800,000 +1.66%
2010 296,400,000 +0.88%
2011 301,500,000 +1.72%
2012 300,700,000 -0.27%
2013 299,500,000 -0.4%
2014 300,100,000 +0.2%
2015 295,600,000 -1.5%
2016 293,300,000 -0.78%
2017 286,000,000 -2.49%
2018 276,100,000 -3.46%
2019 271,296,000 -1.74%
2020 265,530,500 -2.13%
2021 260,925,500 -1.73%
2022 253,922,500 -2.68%
2023 244,444,400 -3.73%