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Yield 12m 11.30%
Dividends per Share 12m 2.20
Dividend Growth Rate 5y -52.33%
Overall Dividend Rating 44.37%
Yield on Cost 5y 12.11%
Payout Ratio 65.8%
Payout Frequency 12m 6
Payout Consistency 100.0%
Total Return 12m: 0.16%
#8 in Group
Total Return 5y: 5.11%
#14 in Group

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

Number of Payouts Yearly

5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield

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Highest Dividend Yields in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Dividend Yield Yield on Cost
MSDL 1,652m 11.3% 12.1%
KBCA 4,905m 7.94% 21.3%
NEWT 264m 6.81% 8.13%
JXN 5,111m 3.74% 11.1%
Highest Dividend Growth Rate in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Growth Rate Payout Ratio
MSDL 1,652m -52.3% 65.8%
JXN 5,111m 53.8% 15.4%
EQH 14,381m 7.33% 16.1%
ALRS 420m 5.66% 60.2%

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MSDL Dividend History: Last 7 Payments (USD)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-04-25 Quarterly 0.5 2.49%
2024-12-31 2024-12-31 2025-01-24 Quarterly 0.5 400% 2.4%
2024-11-04 2024-11-04 2025-01-24 Other 0.1 -80% 0.5%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-10-25 Quarterly 0.5 400% 2.51%
2024-08-05 2024-08-05 2024-10-25 Other 0.1 -80% 0.51%
2024-06-28 2024-06-28 2024-07-25 Quarterly 0.5 2.15%
2024-03-27 2024-03-29 2024-04-25 Quarterly 0.5 2.22%

MSDL Dividend FAQ

Does MSDL pay dividends?

Yes, as of April 2025, MSDL paid a dividend of 2.20 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-03-31.

What is the Dividend Yield of MSDL?

As of April 2025, MSDL`s dividend yield is 11.30%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.20 USD by the current share price of 19.10.

How often does MSDL pay dividends?

MSDL pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months (TTM), MSDL has issued 6 dividend payments.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for MSDL?

The next ex-dividend date for Morgan Stanley Direct (MSDL) is unknown.

What is the Dividend Growth of MSDL?

MSDL's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is -52.33% per year.
Negative trend: Dividends are declining faster than inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of MSDL?

MSDL's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 12.1%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Morgan Stanley Direct five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (2.20) divided by the purchase price five years ago (18.17):

What is the Payout Consistency of MSDL?

MSDL Payout Consistency is 100.0%.
Highly consistent: Morgan Stanley Direct has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments.

Does MSDL have a good Dividend Yield?

MSDL`s 11.30% Dividend Yield is considered as very high. This is usually only sustainable for REITs, Asset Managements, MLPs or Covered Call ETFs.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of MSDL?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of MSDL is 65.8%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of MSDL?

MSDL`s Overall Dividend Rating is 44.37%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

MSDL Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in MSDL`s Outstanding Shares?

Morgan Stanley Direct`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 13.31% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: 70.0%), negatively influencing stock price.

Has Morgan Stanley Direct ever had a Stock Split?

No Stock Splits found.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2020 47,784,500
2021 88,278,800 +84.74%
2022 76,190,500 -13.69%
2023 81,981,400 +7.6%
2024 89,264,700 +8.88%