WTW Dividend History & Analysis | 1.1% Yield

WTW has a dividend yield of 1.1% and paid 3.68 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.12%
Payout Ratio 40.6%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 5.07%
Consistency Lifetime 97.5%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.74%
Payout FCF 21.9%
Streak Years 23
Dividend Rating 60.33%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.

Top Dividend Payers in Multi-line Insurance

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
AGN 11,909 M 6.16% 13.5%
CS 94,812 M 5.23% 15.1%
ASRNL 15,107 M 5.64% 13.4%
AFG 10,854 M 5.59% 11.9%
ALV 165,343 M 4.25% 10.0%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
AGN 11,909 M 28.4% 81.9%
TLX 32,454 M 15.8% 99.6%
ALV 165,343 M 12.5% 97.9%
CS 94,812 M 10.7% 95.6%
HIG 39,760 M 10.8% 95.4%

WTW Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-31 2025-12-31 2026-01-15 Quarterly 0.92 0% 0.28%
2025-09-30 2025-09-30 2025-10-15 Quarterly 0.92 0% 0.27%
2025-06-30 2025-06-30 2025-07-15 Quarterly 0.92 0% 0.3%
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-04-15 Quarterly 0.92 4.5% 0.27%
2024-12-31 2024-12-31 2025-01-15 Quarterly 0.88 0% 0.28%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-10-15 Quarterly 0.88 0% 0.3%
2024-06-28 2024-06-30 2024-07-15 Quarterly 0.88 0% 0.33%
2024-03-27 2024-03-31 2024-04-15 Quarterly 0.88 4.8% 0.32%
2023-12-28 2023-12-31 2024-01-16 Quarterly 0.84 0% 0.35%
2023-09-28 2023-09-30 2023-10-16 Quarterly 0.84 0% 0.4%
2023-06-29 2023-06-30 2023-07-17 Quarterly 0.84 0% 0.36%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-04-17 Quarterly 0.84 2.4% 0.36%
2022-12-29 2022-12-31 2023-01-17 Quarterly 0.82 0% 0.34%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-10-17 Quarterly 0.82 0% 0.4%
2022-06-29 2022-06-30 2022-07-15 Quarterly 0.82 0% 0.41%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-04-15 Quarterly 0.82 2.5% 0.34%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-01-18 Quarterly 0.8 0% 0.34%
2021-09-29 2021-09-30 2021-10-15 Quarterly 0.8 12.7% 0.36%
2021-05-27 2021-05-31 2021-06-15 Quarterly 0.71 0% 0.27%
2021-03-30 2021-03-31 2021-04-15 Quarterly 0.71 0% 0.3%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-01-15 Quarterly 0.71 4.4% N/A
2020-09-29 2020-09-30 2020-10-15 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-06-29 2020-06-30 2020-07-15 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2020-03-30 2020-03-31 2020-04-15 Quarterly 0.68 4.6% N/A
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-01-15 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2019-09-27 2019-09-30 2019-10-15 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2019-06-27 2019-06-30 2019-07-15 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2019-03-28 2019-03-31 2019-04-15 Quarterly 0.65 8.3% N/A
2018-12-28 2018-12-31 2019-01-15 Quarterly 0.6 0% N/A
2018-09-27 2018-09-30 2018-10-15 Quarterly 0.6 0% N/A
2018-06-28 2018-06-30 2018-07-16 Quarterly 0.6 0% N/A
2018-03-28 2018-03-31 2018-04-16 Quarterly 0.6 13.2% N/A
2017-12-28 2017-12-31 2018-01-16 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2017-09-28 2017-09-30 2017-10-16 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2017-06-28 2017-06-30 2017-07-17 Quarterly 0.53 0% N/A
2017-03-29 2017-03-31 2017-04-17 Quarterly 0.53 10.4% N/A
2016-12-28 2016-12-31 2017-01-17 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2016-09-28 2016-09-30 2016-10-17 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2016-06-28 2016-06-30 2016-07-15 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2016-03-29 2016-03-31 2016-04-15 Quarterly 0.48 54.8% N/A
2015-11-16 2015-11-18 2015-12-02 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2015-09-29 2015-10-15 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2015-06-29 Quarterly 0.31 0% N/A
2015-03-30 Quarterly 0.31 3.3% N/A
2014-12-30 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2014-09-29 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2014-06-27 Quarterly 0.3 0% N/A
2014-03-28 Quarterly 0.3 7.1% N/A
2013-12-30 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A
2013-09-27 Quarterly 0.28 0% N/A

WTW Dividend FAQ

Willis Towers Watson PLC (WTW) is a global advisory, broking, and solutions firm organized into two main segments: Health, Wealth & Career and Risk & Broking. It delivers consulting, plan-design and administration services for employee health and benefits, pension and retirement solutions, and provides actuarial, investment-management, and change-management support for corporate clients.

What is the Dividend Yield of WTW?

As of February 2026, WTW`s dividend yield is 1.12%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.68 USD by the current share price of 330.04.

Does WTW pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, WTW paid a dividend of 3.68 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-31 and the payout was 0.92 USD.

How often does WTW pay dividends?

WTW pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, WTW has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-31.

WTW dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for WTW for the next 4 payments are between 0.932 (+1.3%) and 0.96 (+4.3%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will WTW pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.92 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-31. The next Ex-Dividend date for Willis Towers Watson (WTW) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for WTW?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Willis Towers Watson (WTW) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of WTW?

WTW's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 5.07% per year.
Strong growth: WTW's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of WTW?

WTW's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.74%. If you bought WTW's shares at 211.31 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.68 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 1.74% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of WTW?

WTW Payout Consistency is 97.5%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Willis Towers Watson has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does WTW have a good Dividend Yield?

WTW`s 1.12% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WTW?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WTW is 40.6%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of WTW?

WTW`s Overall Dividend Rating is 60.33%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

WTW Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in WTW's Outstanding Shares?

Willis Towers Watson's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 1.94% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -100.0%).

Slightly positive: The company is modestly reducing its share count through buybacks. This provides a small tailwind to earnings per share and dividend sustainability.

Has WTW ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 5, 2016 with a ratio of 3775:10000.

This was a reverse split: Multiple shares were consolidated into fewer shares, increasing the price per share. This is sometimes used to meet exchange listing requirements and can be a warning sign if the company is struggling.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2001 60,022,700
2002 63,797,700 +6.29%
2003 64,175,200 +0.59%
2004 63,420,200 -1.18%
2005 60,022,700 -5.36%
2006 58,135,200 -3.14%
2007 53,982,600 -7.14%
2008 63,042,700 +16.78%
2009 64,175,200 +1.8%
2010 65,685,200 +2.35%
2011 66,440,200 +1.15%
2012 65,307,700 -1.7%
2013 68,705,200 +5.2%
2014 67,950,200 -1.1%
2015 68,000,000 +0.07%
2016 138,000,000 +102.94%
2017 133,000,000 -3.62%
2018 131,000,000 -1.5%
2019 130,000,000 -0.76%
2020 130,000,000
2021 125,000,000 -3.85%
2022 109,000,000 -12.8%
2023 104,000,000 -4.59%
2024 102,000,000 -1.92%
2025 100,000,000 -1.96%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-05 02:40