WMG Dividend History - Warner Music

Track the latest WMG dividend history: 1.59% Dividend Yield, 23.87% Annual Growth - Explore WMG's complete dividend history

Yield 12m 1.59%
Cash Amount 12m 0.53
Dividend Growth 5y avg 23.87%
Dividend Rating 64.20%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.92%
Payout Ratio 44.9%
Payout Frequency 12m 3
Payout Consistency 100.0%
Total Return 12m: 3.23%
#1 in Group
Total Return 5y: 27.65%
#1 in Group

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

Number of Payouts Yearly

5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield

Top Dividend Payers in Movies & Entertainment

Top Dividend Yield in Peer Group
Symbol Market Cap in USD Yield Yield on Cost
WMG 18,270m 1.59% 1.92%
CURI 153m 3.72% 0.79%
MCS 676m 1.53% 0.95%
DIS 199,851m 1.37% 1.10%
Top Dividend Grower in Peer Group
Symbol Market Cap in USD Grow Rating
WMG 18,270m 23.9% 64.2%
DIS 199,851m 78.0% 58.9%
MCS 676m 10.5% 51.7%
PARAA 8,066m -26.9% 11.2%

WMG Dividend History - Last 18 Dividends (Paid in USD)

Ex-Date Record Date Payment Date Period Cash Amount Growth Rate Payout Yield
2024-11-19 0.18 0.55%
2024-08-27 2024-08-27 2024-09-04 Quarterly 0.18 5.9% 0.62%
2024-05-22 2024-05-23 2024-06-03 Quarterly 0.17 0.54%
2024-02-21 2024-02-22 2024-03-01 Quarterly 0.17 0.48%
2023-11-20 2023-11-21 2023-12-01 Quarterly 0.17 0.54%
2023-08-23 2023-08-24 2023-08-24 Quarterly 0.17 6.3% 0.53%
2023-05-22 2023-05-23 2023-06-01 Quarterly 0.16 0.62%
2023-02-17 2023-02-21 2023-03-01 Quarterly 0.16 0.48%
2022-11-21 2022-11-22 2022-12-01 Quarterly 0.16 0.59%
2022-08-23 2022-08-24 2022-09-01 Quarterly 0.16 6.7% 0.58%
2022-05-20 2022-05-23 2022-06-01 Quarterly 0.15 0.5%
2022-02-17 2022-02-18 2022-03-01 Quarterly 0.15 0.41%
2021-11-22 2021-11-23 2021-12-01 Quarterly 0.15 0.35%
2021-08-24 2021-08-25 2021-09-01 Quarterly 0.15 25% 0.41%
2021-05-21 2021-05-24 2021-06-01 Quarterly 0.12 0.34%
2021-02-19 2021-02-22 2021-03-01 Quarterly 0.12 0.33%
2020-11-23 2020-11-24 2020-12-01 Quarterly 0.12 0.42%
2020-08-24 2020-08-25 2020-09-01 Quarterly 0.12 0.4%

WMG Dividend History - FAQ

Does WMG pay dividends?

Yes, as of February 2025, WMG paid a dividend of 0.53 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2024-11-19.

What is the Dividend Yield of WMG?

As of February 2025, WMG`s dividend yield is 1.59%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.53 USD by the current share price of 35.26.

How often does WMG pay dividends?

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

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for WMG?

The next ex-dividend date for Warner Music (WMG) is unknown.

What is the Dividend Growth Rate of WMG?

WMG's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 23.87% per year.
Strong growth: Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of WMG?

WMG's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.92%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Warner Music five years ago. It is calculated as the trailing 12-month dividend cash amount (0.53) divided by the purchase price five years ago (27.62):

What is the Payout Consistency of WMG?

WMG Payout Consistency is 100.0%.
Highly consistent: Warner Music has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments.

Does WMG have a good Dividend Yield?

WMG`s 1.59% Dividend Yield is considered as low.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WMG?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WMG is 44.9%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of WMG?

WMG`s Overall Dividend Rating is 64.20%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

Bonus Section: WMG Outstanding Shares

What is the Trend of WMG`s Outstanding Shares?

The Outstanding Shares of Warner Music are growing at a rate of 22.87% per year on average over the last 5 years. The Correlation Coefficent of the Outstanding Shares is 100.0%. Investors should be aware that the price of a stock often is negatively affected by an increasing number of shares.

Did Warner Music ever had a Stock Split?

No Stock Splits found.
Year Number of Shares (Mill.) Growth Rate
2004 115300000
2005 150500000 +30.53%
2006 151500000 +0.66%
2007 147200000 -2.84%
2008 149900000 +1.83%
2009 149500000 -0.27%
2010 150000000 +0.33%
2011 501991900 +234.66%
2012 501991900
2013 501991900
2014 501991900
2015 501991900
2016 501991900
2017 501991900
2018 501991900
2019 501991900
2020 510854800 +1.77%
2021 514921000 +0.8%
2022 515074000 +0.03%
2023 516462000 +0.27%
2024 1430530000 +176.99%