Lifetime Dividend History of Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT) Stock

Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT) - Full Dividend History - Lifetime Share Dividend $18.67

Lifetime Dividend History of Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT) Stock


Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is a multinational technology company that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells computer software, consumer electronics, and online services. The company was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. MSFT's shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market and the New York Stock Exchange. The company's ticker symbol is MSFT.


MSFT's shares have been performing well in recent years. The stock has increased by about 500% in the past ten years. There are a few reasons for MSFT's good performance. 


  • First, the company has been growing its business. MSFT has been expanding its product portfolio and its reach in the global market.
  • Second, MSFT has been improving its profitability. The company has been reducing its costs and increasing its sales.
  • Third, MSFT has been paying dividends. The company has a track record of increasing its dividend every year.


Dividend History of Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT)


MSFT has a long history of paying dividends. The company's first dividend was paid in 1986. Since then, MSFT has paid dividends every year. MSFT's dividend has been increasing steadily over the years. The company's dividend has increased by an average of 10% per year over the past 20 years.


In 2023, MSFT's dividend was \\$0.68 per share. This represents a dividend yield of about 0.79%.

Ex/EFF DATECASH AMOUNTDECLARATION DATERECORD DATEPAYMENT DATE
Total Dividend
$18.67
42
No of times Dividend Paid
08/16/2023$0.6806/13/202308/17/202309/14/2023
05/17/2023$0.6803/14/202305/18/202306/08/2023
02/15/2023$0.6811/29/202202/16/202303/09/2023
11/16/2022$0.6809/19/202211/17/202212/08/2022
08/17/2022$0.6206/14/202208/18/202209/08/2022
05/18/2022$0.6203/14/202205/19/202206/09/2022
02/16/2022$0.6212/07/202102/17/202203/10/2022
11/17/2021$0.6209/14/202111/18/202112/09/2021
08/18/2021$0.5606/16/202108/19/202109/09/2021
05/19/2021$0.5603/16/202105/20/202106/10/2021
02/17/2021$0.5612/02/202002/18/202103/11/2021
11/18/2020$0.5609/15/202011/19/202012/10/2020
08/19/2020$0.5106/17/202008/20/202009/10/2020
05/20/2020$0.5103/09/202005/21/202006/11/2020
02/19/2020$0.5112/04/201902/20/202003/12/2020
11/20/2019$0.5109/18/201911/21/201912/12/2019
08/14/2019$0.4606/12/201908/15/201909/12/2019
05/15/2019$0.4603/11/201905/16/201906/13/2019
02/20/2019$0.4611/28/201802/21/201903/14/2019
11/14/2018$0.4609/18/201811/15/201812/13/2018
08/15/2018$0.4206/13/201808/16/201809/13/2018
05/16/2018$0.4203/12/201805/17/201806/14/2018
02/14/2018$0.4211/29/201702/15/201803/08/2018
11/15/2017$0.4209/19/201711/16/201712/14/2017
08/15/2017$0.3906/13/201708/17/201709/14/2017
05/16/2017$0.3903/14/201705/18/201706/08/2017
02/14/2017$0.3911/30/201602/16/201703/09/2017
11/15/2016$0.3909/20/201611/17/201612/08/2016
08/16/2016$0.3606/14/201608/18/201609/08/2016
05/17/2016$0.3603/15/201605/19/201606/09/2016
02/16/2016$0.3612/02/201502/18/201603/10/2016
11/17/2015$0.3609/15/201511/19/201512/10/2015
08/18/2015$0.3106/09/201508/20/201509/10/2015
05/19/2015$0.3103/10/201505/21/201506/11/2015
02/17/2015$0.3112/03/201402/19/201503/12/2015
11/18/2014$0.3109/16/201411/20/201412/11/2014
08/19/2014$0.2806/10/201408/21/201409/11/2014
05/13/2014$0.2803/11/201405/15/201406/12/2014
02/18/2014$0.2811/19/201302/20/201403/13/2014
11/19/2013$0.2809/16/201311/21/201312/12/2013
08/13/2013$0.2306/12/201308/15/201309/12/2013
02/19/2003$0.0802/19/2003


Dividend Policy of Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT) 

  • MSFT's dividend policy is to pay out a minimum of 40% of its profits in dividends. The company has a track record of exceeding this target. In 2023, MSFT paid out 50% of its profits in dividends.


Outlook of Microsoft Corporation Common Stock (MSFT) 


  • MSFT's outlook is positive. The company is well-positioned to continue growing in the future. MSFT has a strong brand name, a growing product portfolio, and a strong financial position.
  • MSFT's dividend is also likely to continue growing in the future. The company has a track record of increasing its dividend every year.


MSFT is a good investment for investors who are looking for a dividend-paying stock with the potential for growth. The company has a strong track record of dividend payments, and it is well-positioned to continue growing in the future. However, there are some risks to consider before investing in MSFT, such as the cyclical nature of the technology industry and the company's exposure to political and economic volatility.


**Disclaimer**


This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. The author is not a financial advisor and does not have any formal training in finance. The reader should consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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