Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is a Software - Infrastructure company in the Technology sector listed on the NASDAQ Global Select. It pays a current dividend yield of 0.94% ($3.56 per share annually (TTM)), with 20 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 20, 2026, with payment scheduled for September 10, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 20.6%; the market capitalization is approximately $2.77T.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

What is Microsoft Corporation's dividend yield?
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 0.94%, which works out to $3.56 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Microsoft Corporation pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was August 20, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is September 10, 2026.
How many years has Microsoft Corporation increased its dividend?
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) has increased its dividend for 20 consecutive years.
Is Microsoft Corporation a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) currently has 20 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is Microsoft Corporation in?
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry.
What is Microsoft Corporation's dividend payout ratio?
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 20.6%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.