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 €1.90 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 €0.24 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 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 €1.90 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000 investment would have generated approximately €689.15 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.

Universal Music (UMG) | Dividend History & Payments | 2021 - 2025

Universal Music Group N.V. | Large-cap | Communication Services

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Universal Music Dividend Key Statistics

Universal Music is expected to pay €0.56 per share annually, representing a forward dividend yield of 2.03%. The company maintains a payout ratio of 45.13%, indicating how much of its earnings are distributed as dividends.

Expected Annual Dividend €0.56

Expected Yield 2.03%

Last 12-Month Dividend €0.52

Current Yield 1.89%

Last 5Y Dividend €1.90

Payout Ratio 45.13%

Date Range Oct 2021 - May 2025

All Time Dividend €1.90

Last Ex-Dividend Date May 21, 2025

Universal Music Yearly Dividend History Chart

Dividend Payment History

Ex-Date	Amount	Yield	Stock Price
May 21, 2025	€0.24	0.86%	€28.16
Oct 2, 2024	€0.24	1.01%	€23.69
May 20, 2024	€0.27	0.94%	€28.83
Oct 4, 2023	€0.24	0.96%	€24.88
May 15, 2023	€0.27	1.42%	€19.02
Oct 5, 2022	€0.24	1.29%	€18.55
May 16, 2022	€0.20	0.98%	€20.41
Oct 25, 2021	€0.20	0.80%	€25.11

Year	Payments	Total Amount	Avg Amount	Avg Yield
2025	1	€0.24	€0.24	0.85%
2024	2	€0.51	€0.26	1.94%
2023	2	€0.51	€0.26	2.32%
2022	2	€0.44	€0.22	2.26%
2021	1	€0.20	€0.20	0.80%

Complete Dividend Payment History

Ex-Date	Amount	Yield	Stock Price
May 21, 2025	€0.24	0.86%	€28.16
Oct 2, 2024	€0.24	1.01%	€23.69
May 20, 2024	€0.27	0.94%	€28.83
Oct 4, 2023	€0.24	0.96%	€24.88
May 15, 2023	€0.27	1.42%	€19.02
Oct 5, 2022	€0.24	1.29%	€18.55
May 16, 2022	€0.20	0.98%	€20.41
Oct 25, 2021	€0.20	0.80%	€25.11

Yearly Dividend Summary

Year	Payments	Total Amount	Average Amount	Average Yield
2025	1	€0.24	€0.24	0.85%
2024	2	€0.51	€0.26	1.94%
2023	2	€0.51	€0.26	2.32%
2022	2	€0.44	€0.22	2.26%
2021	1	€0.20	€0.20	0.80%

Universal Music & Peers | Dividend Comparison

Company	Annual Rate	Current Yield	5Y Avg Yield	Payout Ratio	EX DIV. DATE
Azerion Group N.V AZRN	€0.32	22.87%	-	-	Aug 11, 2022
Havas N.V HAVAS	€0.08	5.10%	-	-	May 30, 2025
Koninklijke KPN N.V KPN	€0.17	4.15%	4.65%	83.00%	Apr 22, 2025
Universal Music UMG	€0.52	1.89%	-	45.13%	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 €1.90 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 €0.24 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 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 €1.90 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000 investment would have generated approximately €689.15 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.

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