Universal Music (UMG) | Dividend History & Payments | 2021 - 2025
Universal Music Group N.V. | Large-cap | Communication Services
Universal Music Group N.V. | Large-cap | Communication Services
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TL;DR: Universal Music Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Universal Music has paid €0.52 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 1.96%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 1.12%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of €1.54 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 21, 2025
12-Month Dividend
€0.52
12-Month Div. Yield
1.96%
3-Year Total Dividend
€1.54
3-Year Avg Dividend
€0.51
3-Year Avg Yield
1.12%
Last 5Y Dividend
€1.94
All Time Dividend
€1.94
Date Range
Oct 2021 - May 2025
Universal Music Yearly Dividend History Chart
Universal Music Dividend History From 2021 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | €0.28 | €0.28 | 1.01% |
| 2024 | 2 | €0.51 | €0.26 | 1.95% |
| 2023 | 2 | €0.51 | €0.26 | 2.33% |
| 2022 | 2 | €0.44 | €0.22 | 2.31% |
| 2021 | 1 | €0.20 | €0.20 | 0.80% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2025 | €0.28 | 1.01% | €27.77 |
| Oct 2, 2024 | €0.24 | 1.03% | €23.37 |
| May 20, 2024 | €0.27 | 0.94% | €28.83 |
| Oct 4, 2023 | €0.24 | 0.97% | €24.74 |
| May 15, 2023 | €0.27 | 1.42% | €19.02 |
| Oct 5, 2022 | €0.24 | 1.35% | €17.74 |
| May 16, 2022 | €0.20 | 0.98% | €20.41 |
| Oct 25, 2021 | €0.20 | 0.80% | €25.11 |
Universal Music Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Havas N.V
HAVAS | €0.08 | 5.48% | 5.26% | €0.03 | May 30, 2025 |
Universal Music
UMG | €0.52 | 1.96% | 1.12% | €0.51 | May 21, 2025 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Universal Music been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Universal Music has been paying dividends for 4 years, from 2021 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of €1.94 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Universal Music's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Universal Music's most recent dividend payment was €0.28 per share, with an ex-dividend date of May 21, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Universal Music's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Universal Music's highest annual dividend was paid in 2024, when the company distributed €0.51 per share across 2 payments throughout the year. This represented the peak of the company's dividend generosity and reflects strong financial performance during that period.
- How do Universal Music's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Comparing Universal Music's dividend payments, the company paid €0.51 per share in 2023 versus €0.51 per share in 2024, representing no change. This year-over-year comparison helps investors understand the trajectory of the company's dividend policy.
- How much would a €10,000.00 investment in Universal Music have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Universal Music has paid a total of €1.94 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a €10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately €788.62 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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