WSO Dividend History & Analysis | 2.8% Yield

WSO has a dividend yield of 2.8% and paid 12 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.83%
Payout Ratio 115.1%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 11.30%
Consistency Lifetime 95.3%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.42%
Payout FCF 89.0%
Streak Years 41
Dividend Rating 74.65%

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.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: -8.7%
Total Return 5y: 89.8%

Top Dividend Payers in Trading Companies & Distributors

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
RXL 13,007 M 4.76% 10.8%
SIX3 3,732 M 4.69% 5.86%
MSM 5,088 M 4.07% 4.81%
FAST 54,797 M 2.10% 5.32%
FTAI 26,578 M 0.96% 7.25%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
SIX3 3,732 M 172% 80.1%
INTR 4,107 M 167% 100%
AER 24,976 M 44.0% 18.0%
RXL 13,007 M 27.1% 65.8%
IMCD 5,415 M 20.5% 94.8%

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WSO 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
2026-01-16 2026-01-16 2026-01-30 Quarterly 3 0% 0.79%
2025-10-16 2025-10-16 2025-10-31 Quarterly 3 0% 0.83%
2025-07-16 2025-07-16 2025-07-31 Quarterly 3 0% 0.64%
2025-04-15 2025-04-15 2025-04-30 Quarterly 3 11.1% 0.58%
2025-01-17 2025-01-17 2025-01-31 Quarterly 2.7 0% 0.55%
2024-10-16 2024-10-16 2024-10-31 Quarterly 2.7 0% 0.55%
2024-07-16 2024-07-16 2024-07-31 Quarterly 2.7 0% 0.54%
2024-04-12 2024-04-15 2024-04-30 Quarterly 2.7 10.2% 0.66%
2024-01-16 2024-01-17 2024-01-31 Quarterly 2.45 0% 0.61%
2023-10-16 2023-10-17 2023-10-31 Quarterly 2.45 0% 0.64%
2023-07-14 2023-07-17 2023-07-31 Quarterly 2.45 0% 0.67%
2023-04-14 2023-04-17 2023-04-28 Quarterly 2.45 0% 0.78%
2023-01-13 2023-01-17 2023-01-31 Quarterly 2.45 11.4% 0.91%
2022-10-14 2022-10-17 2022-10-31 Quarterly 2.2 0% 0.86%
2022-07-14 2022-07-15 2022-07-29 Quarterly 2.2 0% 0.88%
2022-04-13 2022-04-14 2022-04-29 Quarterly 2.2 12.8% 0.77%
2022-01-13 2022-01-14 2022-01-31 Quarterly 1.95 0% 0.64%
2021-10-14 2021-10-15 2021-10-29 Quarterly 1.95 0% 0.7%
2021-07-14 2021-07-15 2021-07-30 Quarterly 1.95 0% 0.68%
2021-04-14 2021-04-15 2021-04-30 Quarterly 1.95 9.9% 0.7%
2021-01-14 2021-01-15 2021-01-29 Quarterly 1.775 0% N/A
2020-10-14 2020-10-15 2020-10-30 Quarterly 1.775 0% N/A
2020-07-15 2020-07-16 2020-07-31 Quarterly 1.775 0% N/A
2020-04-14 2020-04-15 2020-04-30 Quarterly 1.775 10.9% N/A
2020-01-15 2020-01-16 2020-01-31 Quarterly 1.6 0% N/A
2019-10-11 2019-10-15 2019-10-31 Quarterly 1.6 0% N/A
2019-07-15 2019-07-16 2019-07-31 Quarterly 1.6 0% N/A
2019-04-12 2019-04-15 2019-04-30 Quarterly 1.6 0% N/A
2019-01-15 2019-01-16 2019-01-31 Quarterly 1.6 10.3% N/A
2018-10-12 2018-10-15 2018-10-31 Quarterly 1.45 0% N/A
2018-07-16 2018-07-17 2018-07-31 Quarterly 1.45 0% N/A
2018-04-13 2018-04-16 2018-04-30 Quarterly 1.45 16% N/A
2018-01-12 2018-01-16 2018-01-31 Quarterly 1.25 0% N/A
2017-10-13 2017-10-16 2017-10-31 Quarterly 1.25 0% N/A
2017-07-13 2017-07-17 2017-07-31 Quarterly 1.25 19% N/A
2017-04-11 2017-04-14 2017-04-28 Quarterly 1.05 0% N/A
2017-01-12 2017-01-17 2017-01-31 Quarterly 1.05 0% N/A
2016-10-13 2016-10-17 2016-10-31 Quarterly 1.05 23.5% N/A
2016-07-13 2016-07-15 2016-07-29 Quarterly 0.85 0% N/A
2016-04-13 2016-04-15 2016-04-29 Quarterly 0.85 0% N/A
2016-01-13 2016-01-15 2016-01-29 Quarterly 0.85 21.4% N/A
2015-10-13 2015-10-15 2015-10-30 Quarterly 0.7 0% N/A
2015-07-13 2015-07-15 2015-07-31 Quarterly 0.7 0% N/A
2015-04-13 2015-04-15 2015-04-30 Quarterly 0.7 0% N/A
2015-01-16 2015-01-21 2015-01-30 Quarterly 0.7 16.7% N/A
2014-10-10 2014-10-15 2014-10-31 Quarterly 0.6 0% N/A
2014-07-11 2014-07-15 2014-07-31 Quarterly 0.6 50% N/A
2014-04-11 2014-04-15 2014-04-30 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2014-01-13 2014-01-15 2014-01-31 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2013-10-10 2013-10-15 2013-10-31 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A

WSO Dividend FAQ

Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) is a leading North-American distributor of HVAC-R equipment and related parts, serving contractors and dealers in residential and light-commercial markets across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Its product portfolio spans ducted and ductless air conditioners, gas/electric/oil furnaces, commercial HVAC systems, and a broad array of components such as compressors, coils, thermostats, refrigerants, and ancillary supplies, including plumbing and bathroom remodeling items.

What is the Dividend Yield of WSO?

As of February 2026, WSO`s dividend yield is 2.83%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 12.0 USD by the current share price of 419.92.

Does WSO pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, WSO paid a dividend of 12.00 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-01-16 and the payout was 3 USD.

How often does WSO pay dividends?

WSO pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, WSO has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-01-16.

WSO dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for WSO for the next 4 payments are between 2.811 (-6.3%) and 3.001 (+0.0%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will WSO pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 3 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-01-16. The next Ex-Dividend date for Watsco (WSO) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for WSO?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Watsco (WSO) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of WSO?

WSO's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 11.3% per year.
Strong growth: WSO's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of WSO?

WSO's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 5.42%. If you bought WSO's shares at 221.20 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (12.0 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 5.42% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of WSO?

WSO Payout Consistency is 95.3%. 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: Watsco has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does WSO have a good Dividend Yield?

WSO`s 2.83% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WSO?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WSO is 115.1%. Dangerously high - this is usually not sustainable and may lead to a dividend cut or NAV decline.

What is the Dividend Rating of WSO?

WSO`s Overall Dividend Rating is 74.65%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

WSO Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in WSO's Outstanding Shares?

Watsco's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 1.95% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -33.3%).

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 WSO ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Aug 17, 1998 with a ratio of 3:2.

This was a forward split: Each share became 1.5 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 7,142,900
1986 7,619,000 +6.67%
1987 8,095,200 +6.25%
1988 6,619,000 -18.24%
1989 6,430,000 -2.86%
1990 8,226,000 +27.93%
1991 8,829,000 +7.33%
1992 10,000,000 +13.26%
1993 14,000,000 +40%
1994 15,000,000 +7.14%
1995 26,000,000 +73.33%
1996 28,750,000 +10.58%
1997 27,142,900 -5.59%
1998 30,000,000 +10.53%
1999 28,686,000 -4.38%
2000 25,965,000 -9.49%
2001 27,549,000 +6.1%
2002 25,778,000 -6.43%
2003 26,729,000 +3.69%
2004 27,554,000 +3.09%
2005 27,984,000 +1.56%
2006 27,792,000 -0.69%
2007 27,564,000 -0.82%
2008 26,673,000 -3.23%
2009 30,366,000 +13.85%
2010 32,925,800 +8.43%
2011 33,116,800 +0.58%
2012 34,521,300 +4.24%
2013 34,727,100 +0.6%
2014 35,006,600 +0.8%
2015 35,311,500 +0.87%
2016 35,530,400 +0.62%
2017 37,228,700 +4.78%
2018 37,461,600 +0.63%
2019 38,242,300 +2.08%
2020 38,570,000 +0.86%
2021 38,847,900 +0.72%
2022 38,749,900 -0.25%
2023 39,441,300 +1.78%
2024 37,746,000 -4.3%
2025 37,918,400 +0.46%

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: 2026-02-03 04:23