Wacker Chemie (WCH) Dividend History & Analysis

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

Yield 12m 7.06%
Dividends per Share 12m 5.50
Dividend Growth Rate 5y -
Overall Dividend Rating 67.08%
Yield on Cost 5y 14.75%
Payout Ratio 62.0%
Payout Frequency 12m 2
Payout Consistency 81.6%
Total Return 12m: -28.88%
#66 in Group
Total Return 5y: 93.63%
#23 in Group

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

Number of Payouts Yearly

5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield

Top Dividend Payers in Specialty Chemicals

Highest Dividend Yields in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Dividend Yield Yield on Cost
WCH 4,361m 7.06% 14.8%
FF 182m 63.0% 61.1%
HPOL-B 3,083m 10.3% 20.9%
EVK 10,525m 12.0% 14.4%
Highest Dividend Growth Rate in Sector
Symbol Market Cap
(USD)
Growth Rate Payout Ratio
WCH 4,361m 0.0% 62.0%
FSI 66m 41.4% 52.6%
ACT 1,061m 9.86% 80.5%
IOSP 2,380m 8.31% 26.3%

WCH Dividend History: Last 21 Payments (EUR)

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate Payout Yield
2025-05-08 2025-05-12 Final 2.5 -16.7%
2024-05-09 2024-05-13 Final 3 -75% 2.97%
2023-05-18 2023-05-22 Final 12 50% 9.63%
2022-05-23 2022-05-25 Final 8 300% 4.96%
2021-05-13 2021-05-17 Final 2 300% 1.63%
2020-08-05 2020-08-07 Final 0.5 -80% 0.65%
2020-05-21 2.5 4.54%
2019-05-24 2019-05-28 Final 2.5 25%
2018-05-11 2 -20%
2018-05-10 2018-05-14 Final 2.5 25%
2017-05-22 2017-05-24 Final 2
2016-05-23 2016-05-23 Final 2 33.3%
2015-05-11 2015-05-11 Final 1.5 200%
2014-05-16 2014-05-16 Final 0.5 -16.7%
2013-05-09 Final 0.6 -72.7%
2012-05-17 2.2 -31.3%
2011-05-19 3.2 166.7%
2010-05-24 1.2 -33.3%
2009-05-11 1.8 -20%
2008-05-09 2.25 12.5%
2007-05-30 2

WCH Dividend FAQ

Does WCH pay dividends?

Yes, as of April 2025, WCH paid a dividend of 5.50 EUR in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-05-08.

What is the Dividend Yield of WCH?

As of April 2025, WCH`s dividend yield is 7.06%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 5.50M EUR by the current share price of 72.18.

How often does WCH pay dividends?

WCH pays dividends semi-annually. Over the last 12 months (TTM), WCH has issued 2 dividend payments.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for WCH?

The next ex-dividend date for Wacker Chemie (WCH) is 2025-05-08.

What is the Dividend Growth of WCH?

WCH's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 0.00% per year.

What is the Yield on Cost of WCH?

WCH's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 14.8M%. This represents the effective dividend yield for an investor who bought Wacker Chemie five years ago. It is calculated as the sum of all trailing 12-month dividends (5.50M) divided by the purchase price five years ago (37.28):

What is the Payout Consistency of WCH?

WCH Payout Consistency is 81.6%.
Moderately consistent: Wacker Chemie has a good track record of consistent dividend payments.

Does WCH have a good Dividend Yield?

WCH`s 7.06% Dividend Yield is considered as high. Make sure the dividend is sustainable.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of WCH?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of WCH is 62.0%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of WCH?

WCH`s Overall Dividend Rating is 67.08%. Ratings surpassing 60 are regarded as favorable, exceeding 75 are strong, and surpassing 85 are exceptional.

WCH Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in WCH`s Outstanding Shares?

Wacker Chemie`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.11% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: 70.7%), negatively influencing stock price.

Has Wacker Chemie ever had a Stock Split?

No Stock Splits found.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2009 49,678,000
2010 49,678,000
2011 49,678,000
2012 49,678,000
2013 49,678,000
2014 49,678,000
2015 49,678,000
2016 49,678,000
2017 49,678,000
2018 49,678,000
2019 49,678,000
2020 49,678,000
2021 49,678,000
2022 49,678,000
2023 49,678,000
2024 49,964,300 +0.58%