Warner Music (WMG) Dividend History & Analysis

Track McKesson's (WMG) dividend history - current yield, annual dividend growth rate, payout history and peer comparisons.

Yield 12m 2.26%
Dividends per Share 12m 0.71
Dividend Growth Rate 5y 23.87%
Overall Dividend Rating 67.49%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.58%
Payout Ratio 45.5%
Payout Frequency 12m 4
Payout Consistency 100.0%
Total Return 12m: -2.46%
#46 in Group
Total Return 5y: 14.84%
#29 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

Highest Dividend Yields in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Dividend Yield Yield on Cost
WMG 16,901m 2.26% 2.58%
CURI 170m 5.31% 1.24%
KIN 991m 3.09% 3.40%
PLTK 1,952m 3.20% 0.67%
Highest Dividend Growth Rate in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Growth Rate Payout Ratio
WMG 16,901m 23.9% 45.5%
DIS 182,189m 78.0% 17.3%
MCS 548m 10.5% 66.7%
UMG 46,339m 26.4% 61.5%

WMG Dividend History: Last 19 Payments (USD)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-02-24 0.18 0.51%
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 FAQ

Does WMG pay dividends?

Yes, as of March 2025, WMG paid a dividend of 0.71 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-02-24.

What is the Dividend Yield of WMG?

As of March 2025, WMG`s dividend yield is 2.26%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 710K USD by the current share price of 31.56.

How often does WMG pay dividends?

WMG pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months (TTM), WMG has issued 4 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 of WMG?

WMG's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 23.9M% 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 2.58M%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Warner Music five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (710K) divided by the purchase price five years ago (27.48):

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 2.26% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WMG?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WMG is 45.5%. 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 67.49%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

WMG Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in WMG`s Outstanding Shares?

Warner Music`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.29% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: 100.0%), negatively influencing stock price.

Has Warner Music ever had a Stock Split?

No Stock Splits found.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2004 115,300,000
2005 150,500,000 +30.53%
2006 151,500,000 +0.66%
2007 147,200,000 -2.84%
2008 149,900,000 +1.83%
2009 149,500,000 -0.27%
2010 150,000,000 +0.33%
2011 501,991,900 +234.66%
2012 501,991,900
2013 501,991,900
2014 501,991,900
2015 501,991,900
2016 501,991,900
2017 501,991,900
2018 501,991,900
2019 501,991,900
2020 510,854,800 +1.77%
2021 514,921,000 +0.8%
2022 515,074,000 +0.03%
2023 516,462,000 +0.27%
2024 518,433,000 +0.38%